This week’s roundup covers major shifts across tech and gaming, including rising RAM prices, global outages, and growing concerns around Microsoft’s new Agentic AI features. We also dig into supply-chain pressure caused by AI data centers and the renewed focus on security risks across Windows platforms. To round things out, we highlight big entertainment news like first-look photos from the Legend of Zelda movie and Disney+ announcing a Death Stranding anime.
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RAM Prices Skyrocket as AI Demand Squeezes PC Builders
LINK: Bewildered enthusiasts decry memory price increases of 100% or more — the AI RAM squeeze is finally starting to hit PC builders where it hurts | Tom's Hardware
RAM prices are climbing by 100% or more, and PC builders are feeling the sting. The surge is tied to AI data-center growth, which is consuming memory supply at unprecedented rates. Enthusiasts expecting to upgrade this winter may find their budgets suddenly doubled. The market shift is also creating ripple effects across consumer electronics, tightening availability and inflating costs. As demand ramps faster than suppliers can catch up, this may only be the beginning of long-term price instability.
Samsung Raises Memory Chip Prices Up to 60%
LINK: Samsung raised memory chip prices by up to 60% since September, according to reports — AI data center build out strangles supply | Tom's Hardware
Samsung has reportedly increased the cost of memory chips by as much as 60% since September, fueled by contract negotiations and heavy AI-related orders. DDR5 modules in particular have seen steep jumps, influencing everything from PC upgrades to server deployments. With smartphones, tablets, and PCs all depending on the same supply, the effects are expanding rapidly. Analysts warn that this price trend could continue well into next year if demand stays hot. For consumers, it’s yet another signal that the market is shifting toward AI-first production priorities.
Global Internet Outage Caused by a Single Cloudflare File
LINK: Yesterday's global internet outage caused by single file on Cloudflare servers — unexpected file size caused catastrophic error, knocking out several major websites | Tom's Hardware
A widespread internet outage stunned users worldwide after a single mis-sized file on Cloudflare servers triggered a cascading failure. Major websites went down, revealing just how delicate global infrastructure can be. Engineers traced the issue to an unexpected file size that broke internal server logic. The incident calls attention to how complex, interlinked systems can fail from seemingly microscopic flaws. As companies move more of their operations into the cloud, the risks of singular choke points become more apparent.
Windows Boss Gives Weak Response to Agentic OS Backlash
LINK: Microsoft Windows boss posts lackluster response to ‘agentic OS’ backlash — Microsoft is working to address broad problems with the OS | Tom's Hardware
Microsoft’s rollout of its “agentic OS” concepts has been met with skepticism — and the company's recent response hasn’t reassured critics. Users expressed concerns about over-automation, privacy risks, and unclear benefits. The lukewarm official statement lacked specifics, leaving the community doubtful about Microsoft’s direction. With AI becoming more embedded in operating systems, developers and consumers alike want transparency. For now, the debate around agentic computing is only intensifying.
Microsoft Agentic AI Features Introduce New Security Risks
LINK: Microsoft's new agentic AI features introduce new security risks introduced by AI, like prompt injection — firm acknowledges new and unexpected risks are possible | Tom's Hardware
A companion report highlights that Microsoft’s new AI-powered features could also expose users to fresh security threats. Risks such as prompt injection, automated decision manipulation, and unpredictable behavior create new attack surfaces. Microsoft acknowledged that “unexpected risks are possible,” raising eyebrows across the cybersecurity community. As AI-driven interactions become more common, safeguarding them will require new defensive strategies. The tech world now watches to see how Microsoft balances innovation with safety.
SilverStone Launches Retro FLP02 PC Case
LINK: Silverstone's retro PC FLP02 case launches — throw-back 5.25-inch expansion bays meet modern 360mm radiator support, likely to be $240 in the US | Tom's Hardware
SilverStone’s new FLP02 PC case blends old-school design with modern performance standards. With 5.25-inch drive bays and compatibility for large radiators, it gives builders both nostalgia and power. The retro aesthetic appeals to longtime PC enthusiasts who miss the character of early-2000s rigs. At $220, it’s positioned as a premium chassis with personality. This