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Hidden Supply Chain Costs of AI Boom

Economist Willy Shih highlights the hidden economic costs behind AI-driven infrastructure expansion.

Published 2026-11-05 23:00 (Beijing time)Source The VergeAuto-summarised, fact-checked against source

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He emphasizes that manufacturing projects require complete supply chain foundations, such as concrete and steel, citing his early prediction against Foxconn's Wisconsin plant. Despite U.S. tariff policies under Trump, reshoring has not materialized significantly. His book argues that global supply chains remain economically efficient due to first principles, with China maintaining its dominance through deep industrial integration.

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The hidden supply chain costs of the AI boom

The Verge · published 2026-11-05 23:00 Beijing time

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