Cracks are emerging in the AI spending boom
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techcrunch
October 30, 2026 · 14:17
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Big Tech is pouring billions into AI infrastructure, but mounting debt, negative cash flow, and growing investor skepticism are raising questions about the sustainability of the AI spending boom.
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