# 'Spending more on AI is not the same as creating value': New study claims firms are ready to spend big on AI, but are afraid to take the first step

> AI investments remain a priority even amid global turmoil AI leaders feel confident in managing risks and see greater AI value "There is no agentic future without trust" or governance Three in four (74%) global leaders…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/spending-more-on-ai-is-not-the-same-as-creating-value-new-study-claims-firms-are-ready-to-spend-big-on-ai-but-are-afraid-to-take-the-first-step?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69ce629318fa08ea385180ac)
- **Published:** 2026-04-02
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #generative-ai #value #same #afraid #agentic #amid #claims #creating
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