Tech bros beware - Erin Brockovich is coming for you | Computer Weekly

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This article argues that massive AI infrastructure spending by Big Tech is driving a global memory shortage and pushing higher device prices with fewer capabilities. It highlights how RAM demand for datacenters and AI training is squeezing supply for laptops, phones, and low-cost PCs. The piece also calls out Chrome’s silent installation of an AI model and raises privacy, data-use, and regulatory concerns. It closes by spotlighting Erin Brockovich’s new AI data center reporting initiative, which gives communities visibility into hyperscale datacenter projects across the US.

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Bloomberg
$1B+
Malwarebytes Inc
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