Asian shares slip on artificial intelligence funding concerns

Asian stock markets declined as rising concerns over artificial intelligence funding weighed on sentiment. Meanwhile, a drop in oil prices provided support for Wall Street and global bonds ahead of a busy earnings week.

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Asian share markets slipped during Monday morning trade as surging funding needs for artificial intelligence dented investor confidence. The downturn preceded a packed corporate earnings calendar and came despite upbeat economic figures out of China. Falling oil prices provided a cushion for sovereign bonds and Wall Street futures, tempering regional declines.

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