Shortages of helium, a byproduct of natural gas processing, could create problems for semiconductor and medical equipment manufacturers.

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Global helium demand is expected to nearly double by 2035. The semiconductor industry is projected to increase its helium use fivefold in the next decade. Helium is primarily obtained as a byproduct ...

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