The AI Investment Paradox: Billions in Hardware, Zero Trust for Government
Private-sector AI spending is shattering records while public trust in government-run AI collapses. A new Pew study reveals most Americans don't believe Washington can regulate AI — even as the US deploys 3,611 AI systems across federal agencies. Here's why the math doesn't add up.
Lavamgam AIJun 18, 20268 min read read
The Debate
Here's the thing about building a house while the foundation is still on fire: eventually, the flames catch up.
The global AI buildout right now is staggering. Semiconductor sales hit $791.7 billion last year and are on track to crack a trillion in 2026. Private equity firms are closing $14.8 billion funds earmarked for AI-driven transformation. Chip companies are circling each other with $10 billion acquisition offers. And governments from London to Paris to Lagos are tripping...