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Why is Google spending so much?

Google's projected capital spending of up to $205 billion by 2026, largely for AI, shows the intense global race for AI dominance. Companies are pouring vast sums into research, development, and infrastructure to gain a competitive edge, believing AI will be the next major technological frontier shaping industries worldwide.

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