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Backlight

Backlight

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Tegenlicht in Dutch or Backlight in English is a series of television documentaries by the VPRO, a Dutch public broadcasting organisation. Backlight "aims to grasp the quintessence of prominent trends and developments" in the practice of critical journalism, and tries to improve understanding of the intricate inner workings of our modern society.

Created by: Doke Romeijn, Marije Meerman
Season 25 · Episode 4

When will the AI bubble burst?

Nov 6, 2025·21m

The AI industry is a growing bubble. Investments in companies building AI applications are hot — very hot. The question is where we are on the wave right now. Is it nearing its peak, with the AI bubble about to burst, or are we still far from that point? From Shanghai, Chinese economist Andy Xie analyzes and comments on the relationship between the American and Chinese financial markets for outlets such as *Bloomberg* and the *South China Morning Post*. His analyses are often seen as contrarian and provocative. “America’s idea of winning is to create a God. That God will live in San Francisco. And the God works for America,” says Xie.

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When did Backlight Season 25 Episode 4 air?

Backlight Season 25 Episode 4 aired on November 6, 2025.

How long is Backlight Season 25 Episode 4?

This episode runs for approximately 21 minutes.

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