What happens if AI doesn’t pay off? There are hundreds of billions of dollars invested to make sure it succeeds.
The biggest tech companies in the world are making significant investments, raising questions that are growing about whether the AI boom can live up to the hype. Some economists warn that reality may fall short because of the technology’s significant potential revenue, raising concerns about the impact it might have on the world economy. Some online users express mixed opinions, with others hoping a change will stop corporate excess.
Presenter: Stefanie Dekker
Guests:
Nathan Jun – Analyst for economics, public policy, and media
Published On 23 Jan 2026
Source: Aljazeera

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