BackThe RAM shortage could get even worse if Samsung labor protests cut production

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The Verge24.04.2026TecnologíaUnited States

The RAM shortage could get even worse if Samsung labor protests cut production

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The RAM shortage caused by demand from AI datacenters is already driving up prices on phones, PS5s, and Raspberry Pis, but it could be about to get even worse. Samsung is facing employee protests over demands for wages that are more competitive with rival chip manufacturer SK Hynix, including removing Samsung's cap on bonus pay, […]

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