
US tech giants' hidden AI debt swells 90% to $3.2T in 6 months
A recent analysis shows that the cumulative hidden debt associated with artificial‑intelligence projects at major U.S. technology firms has risen by roughly 90% over the past six months, reaching about $3.2 trillion. The figure reflects unreported liabilities tied to AI development, infrastructure, and licensing costs that companies have not fully disclosed. The surge underscores the growing financial burden of AI initiatives across the industry.