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Tech Sector Updates: Chrome Storage and Micron's Stock Surge

Updated 2026-05-08 18:30 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Google is addressing user confusion over 4GB of storage used by its AI model in Chrome. Meanwhile, Micron Technology saw a significant stock increase due to a global memory chip shortage.

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Ars Technica

Chrome's 4GB AI model isn't new, but you're not wrong for being confused

You can stop Chrome from taking up 4GB of storage for local AI, but that shouldn't be your problem.

2026-05-08 17:17 UTC

CNBC

Micron surges more than 30% on week as memory chip rally goes parabolic

Micron Technology shares caught fire this week amid a global shortage of memory chips. The stock is heading for its best week since 2008.

2026-05-08 18:25 UTC