Agentic AI triggers widespread computing crunch across global supply chain

Amanda Liang, Taipei

Jun 2, 2026, 11:25 0

Credit: AFP

In 2026, a global compute shortage spanning chips, cloud services, servers, and data-center components is sweeping across the industry. The scarcity of compute and broad price hikes are running through the entire AI sector, pushing Nvidia's market value...

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