The AI bubble is starting to show its face, says Tusk Ventures' Bradley Tusk

CNBC Television | February 02, 2026 at 08:31 PM UTC
Bearish 85% Confidence
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Key Points

  • AI bubble fears are rising due to little revenue generated, low non-search sales, and political opposition to data center expansion.
  • The profits aren't there yet to justify the scale of spending, with extraordinary valuations built on ordinary revenue.
  • AI products, even from leading platforms, can be subpar, and investments are often short-term valuation plays disguised as long-term thinking.

AI Summary

Bradley Tusk of Tusk Ventures believes the AI boom is showing signs of a bubble, citing low revenue generation, limited non-search sales, and political pushback against data centers. He argues that current extraordinary valuations and massive spending on AI infrastructure are not yet justified by profits or the quality/reliability of AI products, suggesting many investments are short-term plays.

Model Analysis Breakdown

Model Sentiment Confidence
Gemini 2.5 Flash Bearish 85%
Consensus Bearish 85%