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Alphabet's shares fell over 12%, marking the worst day in its history, erasing about $500 billion in market value. Investors are concerned about rising AI costs and slowing ad revenue growth. Alphabet reported disappointing quarterly results, revealing negative free cash flow for the second consecutive quarter, a first since its IPO in 2004. In contrast, Microsoft reported positive free cash flow while investing heavily in AI. The tech sector faces scrutiny over rational AI investments, with companies competing fiercely for investor capital amid market tensions.