NYT
A.I.-Driven Chip Crunch Leads to New Rush of Lobbying in Washington
Monday, August 10, 2026
Data center operators purchasing memory chips in large volumes have created supply constraints for other industries requiring the same components. Apple and medical device manufacturers have requested government assistance to address the shortage. The companies are engaging with lawmakers and federal agencies regarding chip allocation and production capacity.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/10/technology/memory-chip-shortage-ai.html
