Rapid advances in generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities are leaving investors questioning the future of traditional software businesses. In recent months, new AI models from Anthropic and OpenAI have intensified these fears, sparking the idea that autonomous agents that act without human input could erode the value of established software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms. The result has been sharp declines across leading enterprise software stocks throughout 2026.
Yet amid the gloom, Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) delivered a striking counterpoint in 11 words. In a recent investor note, Chief Executive Officer Alex Karp said, "Our entire business nearly doubled in the span of 12 months."
This contrast raises an important question: Is generative AI killing SaaS platforms, or is it helping the strongest players accelerate?
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