Post by Black Bean

The hidden cost of the AI boom is starting to show—and it’s affecting the entire tech ecosystem. Reports suggest the current RAM shortage could last years, with manufacturers unable to meet global demand as AI infrastructure absorbs an increasing share of available memory supply. That means organisations face: - Rising hardware costs - Delayed infrastructure projects - More expensive upgrades - Budget strain across IT departments While AI innovation is accelerating, the market is creating a supply imbalance where hyperscalers and AI providers are prioritised, leaving businesses and consumers to absorb the higher costs. The uncomfortable truth is that AI’s rapid expansion is inflating the cost of the foundational hardware everyone depends on. For many businesses, the question is no longer “Should we invest in AI?” but “Can we still afford the infrastructure we already rely on?”