Deedy Das, a venture capitalist of Indian origin, has expressed concerns about the psychological and economic impacts of the AI boom in Silicon Valley. In a recent social media post, he described the atmosphere in San Francisco as 'frenetic', highlighting a significant wealth divide where a small group of roughly 10,000 individuals in the AI sector have amassed wealth exceeding $20 million each. Meanwhile, many software engineers and tech workers are grappling with fears of layoffs and stagnant careers, feeling increasingly disillusioned by their prospects. Das pointed out that the traditional corporate ladder now seems irrelevant, as workers scramble to align their skills with emerging AI opportunities. He noted a pervasive sense of malaise among tech professionals, with many questioning the value of their work and fearing that their jobs may not exist in the near future. Interestingly, Das also highlighted that the sudden influx of wealth has not brought happiness to many newly rich individuals, who find themselves struggling with a loss of direction and purpose. This shift in the tech landscape has left many feeling psychologically tormented, as the belief that hard work leads to success is increasingly challenged by the rapid changes brought on by AI.