24/4/2026, 3:06:02 pm

Airtel CTO warns of memory shortages increasing costs

Bharti Airtel's CTO Randeep Sekhon says rising memory prices due to supply chain disruptions and AI infrastructure needs are causing localized cost pressures, but won't significantly impact network deployment. Equipment makers like Nokia warn of cost increases due to memory chip shortages, though Airtel and other operators expect to manage capex efficiently and continue 5G rollout plans.