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S25·E4 When will the AI bubble burst?

Core Aired November 6, 2025 21 min
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Synopsis

The AI industry is a growing bubble. Investments in companies building AI applications are hot — very hot. The question is where we are on the wave right now. Is it nearing its peak, with the AI bubble about to burst, or are we still far from that point?

From Shanghai, Chinese economist Andy Xie analyzes and comments on the relationship between the American and Chinese financial markets for outlets such as *Bloomberg* and the *South China Morning Post*. His analyses are often seen as contrarian and provocative. “America’s idea of winning is to create a God. That God will live in San Francisco. And the God works for America,” says Xie.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 25 Episode 4 of Backlight air?

Season 25, Episode 4 ('When will the AI bubble burst?') originally aired on November 6, 2025.

How long is Season 25 Episode 4 ('When will the AI bubble burst?')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 21 minutes.

What happens in Backlight Season 25 Episode 4?

The AI industry is a growing bubble. Investments in companies building AI applications are hot — very hot. The question is where we are on the wave right now. Is it nearing its peak, with the AI bubble about to burst, or are we still far from that point? From Shanghai, Chinese economist Andy Xie an...

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