CPU cooler maker Scythe may be in deep trouble, as reports suggest the company’s EU division is potentially on the verge of shutting down. According to German tech portal Computer Base, CPU coolers from the manufacturer have been in short supply. The primary reason given is that the company’s EU division has run out of money and filed for insolvency.
As noted by the Consumer Protection Forum, on April 17, 2025, the district court in Reinbek, Germany, issued a “provisional insolvency administration” for Scythe EU GmbH. This is a temporary step in the insolvency process designed to safeguard a company’s assets and oversee their proper management while full insolvency proceedings are still pending.
This measure is usually triggered when a…