Persistent shortages of advanced glass fiber cloud the AI chip outlook

Flora Wang, Taipei

Jan 19, 2026, 07:47 0

Credit: DIGITIMES

Demand for AI chips is expected to remain strong in 2026, keeping the spotlight firmly on persistent shortages of high-end glass fiber cloth—an essential material in advanced circuit boards and chip packaging.

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