
AI is a money pit — here’s why investors don’t mind
Decoder with Nilay Patel
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Navigating AI Spending and Profitability
This chapter examines the evolving financial landscape of AI investments in enterprises, particularly in foundational models like GPT and Claude. It highlights the challenges leading AI companies face in achieving profitability amid rising spending, competition, and the implications of AI on labor markets. Additionally, the chapter explores the motivations of CEOs in the AI sector and the ongoing commitment from nation-states to invest in AI technologies.
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