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businessIntermediate1 min read7/13/2026

SK Hynix warns of a possible memory shortage in 2027

The CEO of SK Hynix said artificial intelligence demand could lead to the biggest memory supply shortage in history in 2027. He also said the crisis may continue for a long time.

The CEO of SK Hynix said the memory industry could face its biggest supply shortage in 2027. He connected this risk to growing demand from artificial intelligence.

According to his warning, the shortage would not be a short event. He said the crisis may last for a long time, which suggests the market could stay tight well beyond one year.

Memory is an important part of many digital products, so a supply problem can affect the wider chip sector.