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GENSLER: AI IS MOST TRANSFORMATIVE TECH NOW

AI DESK1 MIN READ
TUE, JUN 23, 2026

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Former SEC Chair Gary Gensler called artificial intelligence the most transformative technology of our time, while warning that AI leaders and hyperscalers must deliver meaningful revenue and productivity gains to sustain current market conditions.

Gensler made the remarks during an appearance on Bloomberg Surveillance with hosts Paul Sweeney and Tom Keene. The former securities regulator emphasized that companies at the forefront of AI development face pressure to justify valuations and market expectations through tangible business results. His comments underscore the broader debate surrounding AI's economic viability and the sustainability of the sector's growth trajectory. As investment in AI infrastructure and development continues at record levels, industry leaders increasingly face scrutiny over when—and whether—the technology will generate returns proportional to the capital deployed. Gensler's assessment reflects a shift in regulatory and business circles toward more pragmatic evaluation of AI's commercial potential, moving beyond purely technological considerations to focus on financial performance metrics.

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