In a candid conversation that has caught the tech world’s attention, Google CEO Sundar Pichai has openly acknowledged something many industry watchers have been whispering about for months. Speaking about the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, Pichai said the sector may be entering bubble territory. And if it bursts, he believes the shockwaves will be felt across the entire industry — Google included.
His comments come at a time when billions of dollars are pouring into AI startups, research labs, and large-scale cloud infrastructure. But according to Pichai, the money flowing in today may not bring quick rewards, and inflated valuations could eventually face a major correction.
Rising Concerns Around an ‘AI Bubble’
Talk about a potential AI bubble has been growing louder. Venture capital groups and major tech companies have been investing aggressively in new AI tools and platforms, helping even very young startups raise enormous funding rounds.
This trend has raised red flags among several market experts. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon recently told the BBC that the current market surge feels overheated and warned that some of the money being pumped into AI is almost certain to be lost.
Pichai, in his own interview with the BBC, agreed that today’s investment climate shows “elements of irrationality.” He compared the situation to the dot-com era of the late 1990s, when many companies collapsed even though the core technology eventually changed the world.
When asked whether Google would be protected if the market cools, Pichai admitted that “no company is going to be immune, including us.” However, he believes Google’s end-to-end control — from data centers to user products — puts the company in a slightly stronger position than most competitors.
A Warning About Blindly Trusting AI
Pichai also offered a reminder about the limitations of today’s AI tools. He warned that users shouldn’t treat chatbots or AI assistants as perfectly reliable sources of information.
One of the biggest concerns, he said, is “hallucination,” where AI confidently produces incorrect or misleading answers. Pichai urged people to cross-check important information using other tools or trusted sources instead of relying on AI alone.
According to him, AI should be used for what it does best, not as a substitute for human judgment.
Tech News Continues to Move Fast
While the global debate around AI’s future continues, the tech industry isn’t slowing down. Google just released its annual rankings with Google Play Best of 2025, showcasing the top apps and games in India.
In mobile connectivity, Jio has announced a major move by offering free Gemini 3 AI access to all its 5G subscribers, opening the doors for millions of users to try Google’s latest AI features.
And within Google’s own ecosystem, the company is rolling out updates to make the Gemini experience even smoother. The Gemini App and AI Mode in Search are now getting new upgrades powered by the Gemini 3 AI model.
