Elon Musk vs Michael Burry: World’s richest man says AI internet traffic will outpace humans, market expert asks who is paying

Elon Musk says AI agentic traffic will eventually vastly exceed human internet usage, while Michael Burry questions who will pay for AI agents. The contrasting views highlight a broader debate over AI’s rapid expansion, massive infrastructure spending and whether the technology can generate enough economic value to justify current valuations.

Global Market: European shares hold steady as Hormuz uncertainty keeps oil prices elevated

European shares were broadly flat on Monday as uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz kept oil prices elevated. Investors awaited key economic data and monetary-policy signals, while strong corporate earnings and expectations of lower U.S. borrowing costs supported sentiment. Energy and technology stocks gained, but geopolitical risks and elevated crude prices limited broader market gains.