Metal Corporation Investments Surge in Artificial Intelligence Technology
Meta Increases Investment in AI and Superintelligence
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) and superintelligence, with a focus on developing leading AI infrastructure. The company has allocated tens of billions of dollars for AI infrastructure and top AI talent.
In 2025, Meta Platforms expects to spend between $66 billion and $72 billion on capital expenditures for AI infrastructure, a significant increase of about $30 billion from 2024. The company plans to further ramp up investments in 2026, although the exact amount for that year has not been disclosed yet. Meta's Chief Financial Officer, Susan Li, stated that the company expects to significantly increase its investments in 2026.
The increased spending is aimed at supporting Meta's AI model development and product experiences. The company may also seek external financing for large-scale data center expansions.
In other news, Meta Platforms' Q2 2025 revenue reached $47.5 billion, a 22% increase from Q2 2024. The average price per ad increased by 9%, and the number of daily active people on Meta's products increased by 6% to 3.48 billion. Ad impressions on Meta Platforms also increased by 11%.
Meta's shares were up around 9% in after-hours trading on Wednesday, and going into the second-quarter report, Meta stock was up almost 19% year to date.
However, investors will need to hope that Meta's investment in AI goes better than the company's previous splashy bets on the Metaverse. Meta Platforms has been reportedly attempting to poach AI experts with massive pay packages.
Looking ahead, Meta expects to generate revenue between $47.5 billion and $50.5 billion in the third quarter. The company also anticipates a significant increase in expenses, particularly for infrastructure costs and employee compensation for AI-related roles, in the coming years.
CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated, "I'm excited to build personal superintelligence for everyone in the world." Total expenses are expected to rise by 20% to 24% in 2025, reflecting the company's growth plans.
[1] Source: Meta Platforms Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript [4] Source: Reuters, "Meta poaches AI experts with massive pay packages, report says"
Meta Platforms, in its quest to build personal superintelligence for everyone, is not only increasing its investments in artificial intelligence but also considering external financing for large-scale data center expansions, as part of its strategic focus on investing in technology that harnesses artificial-intelligence, specifically in developing leading AI infrastructure. The company foresees a significant surge in its spending on AI infrastructure, with an estimated allocation of $66-$72 billion in 2025, a substantial increase from the previous year, which strategically positions Meta Platforms for advancements in AI-driven finance and money management.
