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Companies reassess AI spending as IT costs rise
Businesses report higher technology expenses after expanding AI use. Some firms have exhausted annual AI budgets within months, while others continue large investments.
May 28, 6:28 PM·1m read1 source
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Companies are reviewing their spending on artificial intelligence after observing increases in information technology costs. AI tools were introduced in part to improve productivity and reduce expenses, yet several organizations now report larger IT outlays. Uber used its full 2026 AI budget within four months due to employee use of Claude Code.
The company's chief operating officer stated on a podcast that a connection between high AI adoption and customer-facing products has not been established. Axios reported that one unnamed company spent $500 million on AI after it did not implement usage limits for staff.
U.S. Law firm has allocated another $500 million to develop its own AI platform. Signs of reduced spending remain limited across the sector.
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