[AI Driven Demand] US government tightens AI regulations, slowing industry growth in Q2 2024.
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Increased regulatory scrutiny could slow the adoption of AI technologies and reduce demand for computing resources. This would likely break the pressure on RAM prices by reducing overall demand.
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