AI is indeed coming – but there is also evidence to allay investor fears

February 14, 2026
AI is indeed coming – but there is also evidence to allay investor fears

Here's something that caught my attention — despite all the panic, there's solid evidence that AI’s impact on business might not be as catastrophic as some fear. According to Dan Milmo and Aisha Down in The Guardian, investors are clearly worried, especially with new, more powerful AI tools crashing stock markets across sectors like pharma and real estate. But here's where it gets interesting — many experts are pointing out that AI isn't just about job losses. It could actually boost productivity in ways we haven't fully seen yet. For example, some industries are already experimenting with AI to streamline operations, which might lead to growth, not doom. What Milmo and Down highlight is that the overall picture isn’t black-and-white. Yes, AI will change the game, but it’s not necessarily the end for existing businesses. So, get ready for a shift, but don’t panic — there’s also room for opportunity as these new tools evolve.

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Opinions are divided about the potential impact of artificial intelligence as the response to a recent viral essay shows

The message from investors to the software, wealth management, legal services and logistics industries this month has been clear: AI is coming for your business.

The release of new, ever more powerful AI tools has coincided with a stock market slide, which has swept up sectors as diverse as drug distribution, commercial property and price comparison sites. Advances in the technology are giving increasing credulity to predictions that it could render millions of white-collar jobs obsolete – or, at least, eat into the profits of established companies.

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4322.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=8

Opinions are divided about the potential impact of artificial intelligence as the response to a recent viral essay shows

The message from investors to the software, wealth management, legal services and logistics industries this month has been clear: AI is coming for your business.

The release of new, ever more powerful AI tools has coincided with a stock market slide, which has swept up sectors as diverse as drug distribution, commercial property and price comparison sites. Advances in the technology are giving increasing credulity to predictions that it could render millions of white-collar jobs obsolete – or, at least, eat into the profits of established companies.

Continue reading...
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