• Apple announced its $500 billion spending commitment in the U.S. over four years, the tech company’s largest-ever domestic economic impact, focusing on manufacturing, artificial intelligence and workforce expansion. The plan includes investments in research and development, silicon engineering and software development.
• Apple anticipates adding 20,000 new jobs through investments in AI, semiconductor technology and manufacturing facilities, which include a new 250,000-square-foot facility in Houston, Texas.
• The commitment also involves expanding data center infrastructure in five states and establishing the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit to support small businesses.

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Apple announced a $500 billion spending commitment in the U.S. over the next four years, marking its largest-ever domestic economic impact. The plan includes investments in manufacturing, artificial intelligence and workforce expansion.

The commitment will focus on research and development, silicon engineering and software development.

Apple said it expects to add 20,000 new jobs, many of them in these fields.

What does Apple’s $500 billion commitment include?

Apple’s spending will support multiple initiatives. This includes the construction of new facilities, supply chain expansion, job creation and investments in AI and semiconductor technology. The company said this commitment covers Apple TV+ productions across 20 states, supplier partnerships and corporate expansions.

The tech company remains one of the largest U.S. taxpayers. It has paid over $75 billion in taxes over the last five years. In 2024 alone, the company spent $19 billion on taxes.

Where will the new manufacturing facility be built?

Apple is working with manufacturing partners to establish a 250,000-square-foot facility in Houston, Texas. There, servers will be assembled to support Apple Intelligence, the company’s AI-driven platform.

Previously manufactured outside the U.S., the servers will be assembled in Houston by 2026.

The tech company said the facility will create thousands of jobs and play a key role in its AI and cloud computing infrastructure. The servers will enhance Private Cloud Compute, Apple’s system for AI processing, with advanced security architecture.

How is Apple increasing semiconductor production in the US?

Apple is doubling its U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Fund from $5 billion to $10 billion to support domestic semiconductor production and high-skilled manufacturing. A portion of this funding will go toward securing advanced silicon chips produced at chip-maker TSMC’s Arizona facility, which began mass production last month.

The tech company is the largest customer at the plant, which employs more than 2,000 workers. The increased investment aims to strengthen U.S. semiconductor supply chains and reduce reliance on overseas chip production.

What states will see expanded data center capacity?

To enhance advancements in AI and cloud computing, Apple will broaden its data center infrastructure in North Carolina, Iowa, Oregon, Arizona and Nevada. The company stated that these facilities will utilize energy-efficient technology to support AI-driven applications.

What is Apple’s new Manufacturing Academy?

Apple will launch the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit to help small and midsize businesses transition to advanced manufacturing. Its engineers and university experts, including Michigan State faculty, will offer free in-person and online courses on AI-driven manufacturing processes and supply chain optimization.

The tech company said the training will help businesses optimize their manufacturing processes through AI-driven solutions, improving productivity and efficiency.