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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Technology
Angelo dela Dingco

AI Gold Rush: Tech Giants Prepare Record-Breaking 2026 Investments Despite Market Risks

Microsoft will spend £22bn and Google billions more to boost UK AI, data centres and cloud capacity. (Credit: System/AFP News)

The race for artificial intelligence dominance is accelerating, with the world's leading tech giants making substantial investments. Dubbed Wall Street's 'Magnificent Seven', these companies are demonstrating unwavering commitment to AI expansion, reflected in their recent spending sprees.

Microsoft, Alphabet (Google's parent company), and Meta Platforms have announced increased capital expenditure plans for 2025, with expectations of even larger outlays in 2026. The stakes are high, with these firms aiming to outpace competitors and capitalise on AI's transformative potential.

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