Apple Pledges $500 Billion U.S. Investment Over Four Years for AI and Manufacturing Expansion
Summary
Apple commits to investing over $500 billion in the U.S. over four years, opening a massive Houston server facility by 2026, doubling its manufacturing fund to $10 billion, and hiring 20,000 new employees for AI and research roles.
Key Points
- Apple announces its largest-ever investment commitment, pledging to spend more than $500 billion in the U.S. over the next four years focusing on artificial intelligence, silicon engineering, and skills development
- The company plans to open a new 250,000-square-foot server manufacturing facility in Houston by 2026 to produce Apple Intelligence servers and doubles its U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Fund from $5 billion to $10 billion
- Apple will hire approximately 20,000 new employees primarily in R&D and AI roles while establishing a Manufacturing Academy in Detroit to train workers in advanced manufacturing techniques