In his article for VentureBeat, Samir Kumar, co-founder of Touring Capital, analyzes the current AI hype cycle. He cautions against jumping to conclusions and reminds us of previous technology waves, such as the smartphone revolution. Kumar emphasizes that the first innovators are often not the long-term winners. He advises founders and investors to pay particular attention to data strategies, regulatory foresight, and cybersecurity when it comes to AI startups. According to Kumar, the quality and quantity of training data is critical to the success of AI models. He expects more innovation, but cautions against exaggerated expectations and recommends listening to researchers and developers.