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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 16 MIN

AI Bubble: OpenAI’s Financials LEAKED & It’s UGLY | Ed Zitron

from The John Johnston Lounge · host John Johnston

John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how OpenAI’s financials have just been leaked to independent journalist Ed Zitron, ahead of the planned OpenAI IPO. The audited figures reveal mounting costs and a far worse financial position than almost everyone thought.Related episodes:Dangerous AI Bubble: Retail Investors Are Being Conned | Ed Zitron https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mmybdVO6Jyc8hrcjbLCvnLegit Legendary Investor: AI ‘Has Characteristics of A Bubble’ https://open.spotify.com/episode/3SE2qLmTlx0Bph1VMFKxDhSpaceX & AI: “Bigger Than The Dot Com Bubble” | Jim Chanos  https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hywOjJLjvIs53nOXHQorlDisclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.

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