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Kieron Allen guest-hosts today’s episode and discusses the market cap milestone that Microsoft has achieved.
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Highlights
00:19 — Microsoft recently became the second company in history to cross a $3 trillion market cap, following Apple. The core factor driving the company’s growth is its investment in, and subsequent development of, AI technology. The company moved quickly to expand its portfolio of AI software and services following its investment in OpenAI.
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00:44 — Microsoft has pumped over $10 billion into various AI initiatives. The company advertised its Copilot in the recent Super Bowl, showing how it’s pivoting to that technology and emphasizing this vision. The investment from a financial and workforce perspective has been enormous. Its market valuation shows the investment is paying off. It’s a great sign not only for Microsoft but also for other organizations investing in AI.
