Meta to invest $600 billion in US AI infrastructure

Meta Platforms has announced it will invest $600 billion in American infrastructure by 2028, with a focus on building "industry-leading AI data centres".

In an official announcement, the company stated the investment aims to advance AI technology while creating jobs and supporting local economies. Meta said it is "building industry-leading AI data centres right here in the US" to help America maintain its "technological edge". The company emphasised that these facilities are crucial for developing what it describes as "personal superintelligence for everyone".

According to a Reuters report on the matter, the recent commitment follows CEO Mark Zuckerberg's previous announcement to President Donald Trump about the $600 billion investment. Meta stated it is strengthening communities through sustainable construction and grants to local schools and nonprofits.

Recent projects include a $27 billion financed data centre in Louisiana and a $1.5 billion facility in Texas, adds the Reuters report. The company has indicated it expects significantly higher capital expenditures next year as it accelerates its AI infrastructure expansion across the US.