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Rising demand for AI-driven memory chips is disrupting the global supply chain, leading to increased prices for consumer electronics in India and highlighting strategic concerns over semiconductor independence. AI-driven demand for memory chips is starting to reshape the price of…
Rising memory prices are prompting Indian manufacturers to revert to 4G devices at the budget end, reversing recent 5G growth trends and raising questions about the future of affordable 5G handsets. India’s budget smartphone market is seeing an unusual shift…
TrendForce forecasts a narrower decline in global notebook shipments due to earlier purchasing and improving supply, but warns that soaring CPU, DRAM, and SSD costs could require brands to raise prices by up to 80% by 2026 to maintain margins.…
California’s legislature has approved extensive new laws targeting artificial intelligence and social media platforms, focusing on protecting minors, ensuring transparency, and restricting addictive features, with Governor Gavin Newsom’s decision pending until September 2026. California’s legislature has approved a far-reaching package…
Global retail prices for smartphones are rising sharply due to increasing memory costs, with models now up to 25% more expensive, prompting manufacturers and consumers to adjust amidst slowing shipments and a shift towards premium segments. Counterpoint Research says smartphones…
India is expanding its digital health infrastructure beyond appointment bookings, aiming to create continuous, connected patient care through integrated systems and secure communication channels, backed by government initiatives and increasing technological adoption. India’s digital health market is moving beyond simple…
Poco’s F9 Ultra introduces compelling specifications with a 200MP camera and large battery, but rivals such as Redmi, OnePlus, and iQOO are offering more refined features and better software experiences, challenging its position in the crowded flagship market. Poco’s F9…
Malaysian policymakers are pushing beyond traditional chip assembly to foster design, advanced packaging, and research capabilities, seeking to elevate the country’s role in the global semiconductor industry amid rising demand from AI and electric vehicles. Malaysia is trying to turn…
The surge in AI data centre investment is highlighting a critical shortage of power infrastructure components, with transformers, substations, and cooling systems now in chronic short supply, threatening major project delays worldwide. Artificial intelligence is driving far more than chip…
Counterpoint Research reports a 15% global increase in flagship smartphone prices in 2026, driven by rising memory costs and uneven regional impacts, as US consumers face relatively milder increases amid global pressures. Flagship smartphones are becoming more expensive, but the…
Microsoft is introducing deeper integration of age signals into Windows 11, enabling apps to determine user age groups without revealing personal details, aligning with global child-safety regulations and reducing data collection. Microsoft is preparing to move age checks for Windows…
Karnataka is shifting its innovation focus beyond Bengaluru, with the Hubballi-Dharwad-Belagavi corridor poised to become a major hub for electronics, AI, and advanced manufacturing, supported by significant government investment and strategic planning. Karnataka is widening its technology map beyond Bengaluru,…
