AI boom fuels record spending but deepens economic divide

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2026.05.17 03:59
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The AI boom has led to record spending, with top tech firms projected to invest $800B this year, increasing to $1.1T next year, representing over 3% of GDP. However, this growth has deepened economic divides, as around 10,000 AI insiders have gained over $20M each, while most workers see minimal benefits. Additionally, the AI gains obscure underlying economic issues such as tariffs, war, and sluggish consumer spending.