The AI industry's revenues are estimated to be around $110 billion, significantly lower than the $122 billion raised by OpenAI in March and the combined $145 billion raised by all AI startups in the first quarter of 2026, suggesting that the industry's financial projections may be overstated. The investments in AI by venture capital firms and hyperscalers are largely speculative, with little hope of liquidity, and the scale of these commitments could have significant effects on the remaining performance obligations of chip manufacturers and other stakeholders. As the AI industry continues to inflate, the costs of creating and deploying infrastructure will become increasingly expensive, potentially limiting its profitability. AI summary
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