Global Tech Sell-off on AI Disruption Fears
Analysis based on 13 articles · First reported Feb 13, 2026 · Last updated Feb 13, 2026
Global markets, particularly in Asia and the U.S., experienced a significant sell-off in technology stocks due to investor fears over potential AI disruptions. This led to sharp declines in major indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite, while some non-tech stocks like McDonald s and Walmart saw gains.
Global stock markets, especially in Asia and the U.S., experienced a sharp sell-off in technology-related stocks on Friday, driven by investor concerns that artificial intelligence disruptions could negatively impact these companies. Major indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite saw significant declines. Companies such as Cisco and AppLovin plunged despite reporting better-than-expected quarterly results, as AI worries overshadowed their performance. SoftBank Group also saw its stock fall despite profits from AI investments. Conversely, some non-tech companies like McDonald s and Walmart saw their stocks rise. Investors are also closely monitoring upcoming U.S. inflation data for its potential impact on the United States===Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. Commodity prices for crude oil saw slight losses, while gold and silver gained, indicating a flight to safe-haven assets.
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