70% of firms face AI cost overruns as intent collapse emerges
steveplunkett · x · 2026-08-19
Enterprises face an AI cost crisis and "intent collapse" risks. Data shows nearly 70% of companies have cost overruns, 25% delayed projects, and only 9% see measurable ROI. Intent collapse—where AI confuses instructions with content—causes unpredictable errors, leading to major losses like Zillow's $200M hit.
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