WATCH: @IOHK_Charles says nearly 10% of the U.S. economy is now tied to AI. If that bubble bursts, "there's no path for crypto to stay stable." He argues the strongest AI moats belong to Apple, Microsoft and Google because they already own the user relationships.

What happened

Charles Hoskinson said roughly 10% of the U.S. economy is linked to AI and warned that if the AI bubble bursts, crypto will lack a stable path forward, noting Apple, Microsoft and Google have the strongest AI advantages because they already control user relationships.

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Global impact / market context

A slowdown in AI spending could pull funding from crypto, making the digital‑currency market more volatile and reducing its appeal to investors seeking stable growth opportunities.

Analyst inference

AI spending now represents almost 10% of U.S. economic activity, according to Charles Hoskinson, highlighting the sector’s rapid growth and its influence on broader technology markets.

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What to watch

1. If AI investment slows, watch for reduced capital flowing into crypto projects as investors shift away from speculative tech assets. Analyst inference
2. Monitor how Apple, Microsoft and Google expand AI services, which could deepen their user lock‑in and limit crypto’s ability to attract mainstream users. Analyst inference
3. Track regulatory commentary on AI‑related financial risks, as any new rules could indirectly affect crypto market stability. Analyst inference

Evidence

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