OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has issued a warning regarding the current state of the AI investment market. In an article published by The Times of India on August 18, 2025, he stated that there are clear signs of a "bubble," comparing the hype around AI startups to the dot-com boom of the late 90s. Altman warned that inflated expectations and overheated valuations will inevitably lead to "someone getting burned," and many companies will not justify the funds invested in them. However, he clearly distinguished between market speculation and technological reality. According to him, despite the bubble, the fundamental impact and real value created by AI continue to grow exponentially. Altman emphasized that long-term strategic investments in foundational models and their real-world economic applications will continue, as AI is a truly transformational technology, similar to the internet.
Sam Altman: "Theres a Bubble in the AI Market, But Its Fundamental Impact is Huge"
