Cybersecurity Chaos and AI Hype

This chapter examines a cybersecurity crisis triggered by a faulty CrowdStrike update that disrupted millions of devices, affecting large corporations and travelers alike. It explores the broader implications of system failures on businesses and the increasing vulnerabilities of critical infrastructures, while also discussing the current AI boom and its impact on market trends. The chapter weighs the excitement surrounding AI against the risks of unrealistic expectations, alongside a new U.S. government stance on semiconductors and its implications for trade and technological advancements.