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Concerns are growing that a potential bursting of the AI market bubble could leave taxpayers footing the bill, echoing anxieties surrounding the 2008 financial crisis. As artificial intelligence technologies become increasingly embedded in essential public services, the collapse of a significant AI company could trigger a ripple effect, demanding government intervention to stabilize critical infrastructure. The discussion originated from a Reddit post by user /u/chota-kaka on the r/artificial subreddit.