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MarketsCA / Silicon Valley·Ranked Wednesday, July 15, 2026
"Decrepit, disconnected, and directionless," we spoke to Ed Zitron on Microsoft's chances in the artificial intelligence biz — and whether or not the AI 'bubble' is primed to implode
Journalist Ed Zitron critiques Microsoft's AI strategy and potential sector bubble.

Journalist Ed Zitron of the 'Better Offline Podcast' and 'Where's Your Ed At' newsletter offered us a scathing take on Microsoft's chances in the AI race.
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#38 that day1.70/ 10
Technology breakthrough · weight 30%1/10
Economic impact · weight 25%2/10
Job impact · weight 20%1/10
Regional relevance · weight 15%4/10
Policy & geopolitics · weight 10%1/10
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