Apple to Invest $500 Billion in the U.S., Creating 20,000 Jobs; New Server Production in Texas

Apple plans to invest $500 billion in the United States and create 20,000 jobs. This move aligns with efforts to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. Apple will establish a new server production facility in Houston, Texas, and a manufacturing academy in Michigan. Tim Cook emphasized the company's confidence in American innovation. The server production in Texas is slated to begin by the end of the year, with a 250,000-square-foot facility expected to open in 2026. These servers will support Apple Intelligence, the company's new AI tools. Apple is also doubling its U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Fund, including a commitment to advanced silicon manufacturing at TSMC's Arizona plant. The 20,000 new hires will focus on R&D, engineering, software development, AI, and machine learning. A new manufacturing academy will open in Detroit to advise companies on AI and smart manufacturing techniques.