Sam Altman believes the current influx of investments in artificial intelligence may create a bubble similar to the dot-com crash. AI startups in the U.S. raised $104.3 billion in the first half of 2025, a significant increase compared to previous years, capturing nearly two-thirds of venture funding. Valuations for these startups have soared excessively, raising concerns about their sustainability. Altman compares this situation to the early 2000 internet bubble, where unsustainable business models led to considerable losses among investors. OpenAI exemplifies the growing trend with its massive funding rounds.
Altman thinks that the billions of dollars invested in AI now could create a bubble similar to the dot-com crash of the early 2000s.
AI startups raised $104.3 billion in the U.S. in the first half of 2025, which was almost as much as the total amount raised by all startups in 2024.
AI startup valuations have reached 'insane' heights, as startups raise hundreds of millions of dollars with just an idea.
The dot-com crash was caused by investors overvaluing Internet-based tech companies that lacked sustainable business models and had little to no profits.
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