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Industry·Jul 9·all news from July 9, 2026

Micron Boosts US Spending to $250 Billion Amid Memory Surge

Micron Technology has raised its projected investment in domestic semiconductor manufacturing to $250 billion. This expansion aims to satisfy the rising demand for memory chips required to power artificial intelligence hardware. By scaling its United States production capacity, the company intends to secure a larger share of the global supply chain as AI-driven computing continues to drive market growth.

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