AI Memory & Software Inflation: Record software price jumps and sharply higher DRAM/NAND costs are feeding into the AI boom, with memory prices more than doubling and pressure expected to last until new supply ramps. Semiconductor Industry Awards: TechInsights named semiconductor supplier award winners, highlighting rising focus on supply-chain resilience and advanced packaging for AI. SK hynix Expansion: SK hynix is adding thousands of roles and is reportedly targeting a U.S. ADR listing as early as August 2026, aiming to raise about $14B. Critical Minerals Security: Japan is pushing a G7 plan for a coordinated rare-earth stockpile to reduce China-linked supply risks, with reserves sized for at least 90 days. Electronics Compliance Basics: A quick explainer on the CE mark—what it means for EU conformity and why it matters for electronics sold across the EEA. India Electronics Supply Chain: India’s FTA push is positioning electronics as a cornerstone export engine, while officials warn memory shortages are driving up device costs. Tata iPhone Parts Pollution Claim: India’s pollution regulator alleges wastewater from a Tata components plant contaminated nearby farmland groundwater, raising shutdown concerns unless Tata responds. Wireless Coverage for 6G: Aalto University researchers unveiled passive 3D-printed “metacrystal” panels that redirect radio waves to tackle dead zones without powered electronics. Tech Policy & AI Hype Watch: India’s CEA called AI stock valuations a “bubble,” warning hype may outpace real productivity gains.