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Aug 20, 2026

Micron unveils $10 billion AI memory research lab in Boise

Micron Technology announced plans to invest $10 billion over the next decade in a new research lab in Boise, Idaho, focused on advancing memory technologies, compute systems, and future chip manufacturing. The facility, called Micron Research Labs, represents a major expansion in the company's hometown.

Aug 20, 2026·4 sources
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  • ▪The global shortage and rising costs of high-bandwidth memory have led to higher prices for consumer electronics, including Apple MacBooks and iPads.
  • ▪Micron Technology officially unveiled Micron Research Labs, a long-horizon research institution headquartered in Boise, Idaho, backed by a planned $10 billion investment over the next decade.
  • ▪Micron Technology expects to break ground on the Boise research facility in calendar year 2027, designed to host hundreds of specialized researchers and global innovation forums.

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AI hardwareSemiconductor manufacturingCompute, chips & AI infrastructure