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Microsoft's $80B AI Push: A Call for Unity

4/1/2025

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Microsoft President Brad Smith urged tech firms and the government to unite in bolstering Washington's tech-driven economy. He cautioned against detrimental measures like payroll and wealth taxes. Celebrating Microsoft's $80 billion AI investment, he also praised the spirit of giving, noting that 80% of employees actively support local nonprofits.

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Microsoft President Brad Smith urged tech firms and the government to unite in bolstering Washington's tech-driven economy. He cautioned against detrimental measures like payroll and wealth taxes. Celebrating Microsoft's $80 billion AI investment, he also praised the spirit of giving, noting that 80% of employees actively support local nonprofits.