The Nasdaq Composite moved toward a technical correction on Thursday as AI and chip stocks tumbled sharply. The index fell nearly 4% to 24,712.60, sitting over 10% below its record close from October 6. Nvidia dropped 7.7%, the Philadelphia Semiconductor index plunged nearly 10%, and Tesla fell 9% as investors questioned whether massive AI spending would deliver returns.
Democrats' midterm election victories added pressure to the tech sector. The party's sweep of the House and Senate raised fears of tighter AI regulation once Congress takes over in January 2027. Nvidia, Tesla, SpaceX, and Qualcomm all declined sharply, with SpaceX down 11.4% and Qualcomm sliding 11.5%. The Nasdaq lost over $2.5 trillion in market value during October as concerns about AI infrastructure spending grew.
Major technology companies have committed roughly $740 billion to computing infrastructure, sparking fresh debate about the sustainability of the AI investment cycle. Many of these firms remain unprofitable while carrying rising debt levels. Experts warn that growth in the sector may be driven more by hype than solid fundamentals, and the construction of data centers and servers raises environmental concerns tied to greenhouse gas emissions.
In a separate development, AT&T integrated Google's Gemini-powered Google Home Premium into its Connected Life home security service, making it the first home security product built on the Google Home Platform with Gemini. The service now offers AI-powered notifications, Searchable Video History, a daily Home Brief, and 24/7 continuous video recording. AT&T is also exploring Wi-Fi-based sensing and location-based automatic arming.
On the policy front, the Chamber of Progress sent a memo to the incoming 2027 Democratic Congress calling for federal AI safety standards, including transparency requirements, independent testing, and enforceable safeguards for powerful AI models. The group proposed a regulatory body similar to FINRA to oversee AI. Meanwhile, Northern Ireland announced it will apply separate EU AI rules covering only physical goods with embedded AI systems, such as smart speakers and health-monitoring smartwatches, while online tools and downloadable AI programs remain outside scope.
Key Takeaways
- The Nasdaq Composite fell nearly 4% to 24,712.60, over 10% below its October record close, confirming a technical correction driven by AI spending worries and midterm election results.
- Nvidia dropped 7.7%, the Philadelphia Semiconductor index plunged nearly 10%, Tesla fell 9%, and Qualcomm slid 11.5% amid fears of tighter AI regulation.
- Democrats won majorities in the House and Senate, giving them power to push new AI policy when Congress convenes in January 2027.
- Major tech companies have committed about $740 billion to computing infrastructure, raising concerns over profitability, rising debt, and environmental impact from data center construction.
- The Chamber of Progress urged the incoming Democratic Congress to establish federal AI safety standards and a regulatory body similar to FINRA.
- AT&T became the first to build a home security product on the Google Home Platform with Gemini, integrating AI-powered notifications and 24/7 video recording into its Connected Life service.
- Northern Ireland will apply separate EU AI rules limited to physical goods with embedded AI, excluding online tools and downloadable business software.
- The Nasdaq lost over $2.5 trillion in market value during October as investors questioned AI returns and data center scrutiny intensified.
- Google's detection tool flagged an AI-generated video falsely showing cargo from a sunk Singapore vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting ongoing concerns about synthetic content.
- FinTech firms including Sunrate, Corpay, Mercury, and Ramp are issuing corporate cards enabling AI agents to pay vendors and book travel, though only about 7% of CFOs have deployed agentic AI in finance workflows.
Nasdaq set to confirm correction as AI stocks tumble
The Nasdaq Composite was set to confirm a correction on Thursday as AI and chip stocks fell sharply. The Democrats' midterm election victory raised fears of tighter AI regulation. The Nasdaq fell 12.5% from its September peak, and the S&P 500 dropped 10.5%. Trade tensions between the US and China also added pressure to the tech sector.
Nasdaq slides more than 10% amid AI spending worries
The Nasdaq Composite fell nearly 4% to 24,712.60, over 10% below its record close from October 6. Worries about massive AI spending and data-center scrutiny rattled tech stocks. Democrats winning Congress added uncertainty about future AI policy. The Nasdaq lost over $2.5 trillion in market value in October as investors questioned AI returns.
Nasdaq set to confirm correction as AI stocks tumble
The Nasdaq Composite was set to confirm a correction on Thursday as chipmakers fell on fears of tougher AI regulation after the Democrats' midterm sweep. The decline set up the index for its worst day since the April 2025 Liberation Day rout. Nvidia dropped 7.7%, and the Philadelphia Semiconductor index plunged nearly 10%.
Nasdaq heads for correction as AI stocks plunge after midterms
The Nasdaq Composite was set to confirm a correction after Democrats won the midterm elections. Nvidia fell 7.7%, and the Philadelphia Semiconductor index dropped nearly 10%. Tesla and SpaceX tumbled 9% and 11.4%, while Qualcomm slid 11.5%. The decline followed concerns that new leaders may slow AI infrastructure development.
Democratic control of Congress may reshape AI regulation
Democrats won majorities in the House and Senate, giving them power to push new AI policy. Congress will take over from the executive branch in January 2027. Oversight of AI safety, data centers, and children's online safety is expected to increase. However, vetoes, filibusters, and political divisions may limit how fast new AI laws pass.
Tech coalition urges new Congress to set AI safety rules
The Chamber of Progress sent a memo to the 2027 Democratic Congress asking for federal AI safety standards. The group wants transparency, independent testing and enforceable safeguards for powerful AI models. It also calls for a regulatory body similar to FINRA to oversee AI. The memo came after major Democratic wins in the midterm elections.
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Australian small businesses prepare for Black Friday with AI help
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AI video falsely shown as cargo from sunk Singapore vessel
After a Singapore-registered vessel sank in the Strait of Hormuz on October 13, social media posts shared a fake video of cargo washing ashore. AFP found the clip did not match authentic footage and had an AI disclaimer. Google's detection tool also flagged the video as synthetic content.
FinTechs give AI agents corporate cards for business spending
FinTech companies are issuing corporate cards that let AI agents pay vendors and book travel without employee input. Sunrate, Corpay, Mercury and Ramp use virtual cards and policy checks to control AI spending. PYMNTS Intelligence found 52% of CFOs would let AI recommend payment changes, but fewer than one in three would allow budget reallocation. About 7% of CFOs have deployed agentic AI in finance workflows.
AT&T adds Gemini AI to home security service
AT&T has integrated Google Home Premium powered by Gemini for Home into its Connected Life home security service. This makes Connected Life the first home security product built on the Google Home Platform with Gemini. The service now offers AI-powered notifications, Searchable Video History, a daily Home Brief, and 24/7 continuous video recording. AT&T is also exploring Wi-Fi-based sensing and automatic arming based on location to improve home security without extra sensors.
Northern Ireland to apply separate EU AI rules
Northern Ireland will apply separate European Union AI rules that cover only physical goods with embedded AI systems sold in the region. Online tools and downloadable AI programs for business use will not fall under these rules. Examples include smart speakers with AI voice assistants and smartwatches using AI for health monitoring. The EU AI Act was adopted in 2024, and officials say the rules will not create a new regulatory border within the UK.
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Big Tech $740bn spending sparks AI boom concerns
Major technology companies have committed about $740 billion to computing infrastructure, raising concerns about the sustainability of the AI investment boom. Many of these companies are not yet profitable, and their debt levels are rising. Experts warn that growth in the sector may be driven by hype rather than solid fundamentals. The building of data centers and servers also raises environmental concerns due to greenhouse gas emissions.
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