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RAM shortage expands to GPUs, SSDs and hard drives
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The RAM shortage driven by Big Tech's AI demands—which has already raised PC prices, curbed AI PC hype, and prompted OEM adjustments—continues reshaping the industry into 2026. Price spikes for standalone DDR5 RAM kits hit 300 to 400 percent by late 2025, with effects now rippling to graphics cards, high-capacity SSDs, and even traditional hard drives as supplies tighten.
In her diary, Lien Estrada recounts dealing with the aftermath of chikungunya and dengue in Cuba, where medicines are a scarce treasure. She expresses frustration over physical limitations and criticizes the government for allegedly preferring a debilitated population. She thanks friends for sharing vitamins and painkillers.
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Cuba's fuel shortage has worsened due to the halt in Venezuelan oil shipments following Nicolás Maduro's capture by US troops, making even cigarette lighter refills difficult. In Havana, only a handful of gas stations are operating, while digital queues for fuel can take months. The crisis is paralyzing businesses, transportation, and daily life on the island.