Apple is bringing new technology to Texas, according to CNBC. The company is making a $500 billion investment, which includes plans to establish artificial intelligence (AI) servers in the state. Apple intends to open a 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Houston to produce servers for Apple’s AI personal assistant, which will be used on iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks. The factory, set to begin operations in 2026, and will be a part of Apple’s broader investment strategy over the next four years.

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AI Infrastructure Expansion: Apple’s Texas Server Factory as Part of $500 Billion Commitment

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As part of this expansion, Apple plans to hire around 20,000 new employees across the United States. Many of these roles will focus on research and development, software development, silicon engineering, and AI and machine learning. Apple expressed its confidence in the future of American innovation, with a commitment to building on its long-standing investment in the U.S. through the $500 billion pledge.

Revolutionizing AI: Apple’s $500 Billion Investment and Texas Server Factory Plans

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CEO Tim Cook also emphasized Apple’s role as one of the largest U.S. taxpayers, having paid more than $75 billion in U.S. taxes over the past five years, including $19 billion in 2024 alone. The future is approaching, and it starts right here in Texas.

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