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CNBC — Technology · October 12, 2026 · On the brief until October 26, 2026

Intel, Broadcom CEOs warn capital crunch could become AI's biggest bottleneck

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driving heavy capital spending on data centers and chips

The leaders of Intel and Broadcom warned that limited capital and higher borrowing costs could become the main obstacle to artificial intelligence growth. This shift forces technology firms to prove clear returns on investment as funding data centers and chips becomes more expensive.

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Discussion can focus on whether business adoption can generate sufficient returns before higher borrowing costs slow down large infrastructure projects.

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