RAMageddon Watch (May 2026): The Latest Tech News and Developments Regarding the RAM Crisis

If you’ve been trying to build a computer recently, you’ve likely noticed that some parts are difficult to find and more expensive. Specifically, RAM (both DDR4 and DDR5) and storage drives – like hard drives and SSDs – have seen significant price increases. This is largely due to huge investments in artificial intelligence. Last year, AI companies received 61% of all venture capital funding worldwide, totaling $258.7 billion. Unfortunately, this means RAM and SSD prices are likely to continue rising for the foreseeable future.







