Investors beware: the AI frenzy differs from past tech booms in a crucial way
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Summary
The hype around artificial intelligence (AI) has echoes of past technological revolutions—like railways and dotcoms. But while these booms left a trail of assets that were usable for decades after companies went bust, can the same be said of AI?
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Livemint - Opinion
Published Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right