KUALA LUMPUR – Technology giant NVIDIA has officially confirmed that it will not launch any new Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) throughout 2026. This strategic move comes as a direct consequence of the ongoing global Random Access Memory (RAM) crisis.
This announcement marks a significant departure from the company’s traditional annual release cycle. The acute shortage of critical memory components—specifically the high-speed modules required for next-generation graphics cards—has forced NVIDIA to prioritize inventory management and support for its current product lineup over new hardware releases.
An NVIDIA spokesperson explained that this pause is necessary to stabilize the market and prevent extreme price hikes caused by supply chain constraints. “Our priority right now is navigating this global supply crisis while continuing to optimize the performance of our existing architectures through software updates and technical support,” the representative stated.
The global RAM crisis has been fueled by prolonged supply chain disruptions and a massive surge in demand for memory within the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data center sectors, which has consumed a significant portion of the world’s memory production capacity.
Industry analysts suggest that this “gap year” will allow memory manufacturers time to recover and expand their production capabilities. Consequently, tech enthusiasts and gamers are expected to rely on the current RTX series until market conditions stabilize, with next-generation launches now projected for early 2027.
