Enterprises Face AI Disillusionment And Dislocation

A recent Deutsche Bank research report argues the AI hype has peaked and the industry is entering a 'trough of disillusionment.' The paper outlines three trends—disillusionment from integration and data shortfalls, dislocation from energy and hardware constraints, and rising distrust from legal and social risks expected into 2026—urging firms to bolster infrastructure, reskilling, and governance.