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The unwind of Situational Awareness isn't the only reason the AI trade is back

Friday, August 7, 2026


Situational Awareness' forced liquidation led to asset sales, but continued earnings reports from technology companies have maintained investor demand for artificial intelligence-related stocks. The hedge fund's unwinding occurred after it faced funding pressures in early 2026. Earnings announcements from major technology firms in the sector provided support for the broader AI trade following the liquidation event.

Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/07/the-situational-awareness-unwind-is-only-one-reason-the-ai-trade-is-back.html

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