The global RAM shortage, now in its third year, is causing severe supply constraints across the tech industry. Manufacturers are struggling to meet demand as production bottlenecks persist.

Key players including Micron Technology and Samsung Electronics face challenges scaling output despite massive investments in new fabrication facilities. The situation has led to price increases affecting everything from consumer electronics to data center infrastructure.

Industry analysts warn this is only the beginning, with potential ripple effects throughout 2025. The shortage has already delayed product launches and forced companies to redesign hardware for lower-memory configurations.