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A lively debate has ignited on Reddit regarding the possibility of an economic bubble forming within the artificial intelligence sector. The discussion, hosted on the r/artificial subreddit, delves into the intricate link between chip manufacturers and AI development firms. Key arguments revolve around whether the massive investments in AI compute infrastructure are sustainable, irrespective of future advancements in AI algorithms or a reliance solely on scaling existing models. Participants are dissecting the financial implications and long-term viability of the current AI boom, raising questions about potential risks and rewards. Readers interested in the original Reddit thread can find it here: [https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1p8ani3/ai_bubble_theory_hear_me_out/]