High chip costs threaten the AI economy and global markets

May 30, 2026, 2:00 AM10

(Update: May 30, 2026, 2:00 AM)

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High chip costs threaten the AI economy and global markets

The escalating demand for chips is primarily driven by technologies like AI, with significant implications for companies' operational budgets.
Microsoft and Uber have notably scaled back their AI initiatives due to rising operational expenses related to chip usage.
High chip costs risk making it harder for smaller companies to compete, potentially leading to a broader economic recession.

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