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Tech Companies Are Setting Themselves on Fire to Keep Up in the AI Race

FuturismPublished Aug 4, 2026

Leading tech firms like Google, Meta, Oracle, Amazon, and SpaceX are facing sharply declining free cash flow due to soaring AI investments, with projections showing a $125 billion deficit in 2027. Despite record revenues, escalating AI expenses and investor concerns highlight the financial risks of the AI race.

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