The surge in artificial intelligence has driven up computer prices, reaching the highest increase in 20 years

The surge in artificial intelligence infrastructure construction has driven up the prices of consumer technology products. The U.S. September CPI shows that the prices of computers and smart home assistants have increased by 9.7% year-on-year, marking the largest increase since 2006.

The prices of software and accessories have risen by 28.4% year-on-year, raising concerns in the market about the rising costs of technology products.