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Meta in talks to rent some of its billions in AI infrastructure to Anthropic
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 17, 2026
· 3 min read
By Clare Duffy, CNN
New York (CNN) — Meta is in talks with Anthropic about leasing computing capacity to the AI startup. It’s a move that could put the social media giant in competition with Amazon, Microsoft and Google in a new line of business: cloud computing.
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Key takeaway The talks were first reported by the New York Times, which pegged the deal’s worth at as much as $10 billion over two years, citing three people with knowledge of the discussions.
Why this matters in The El Paso
As Meta explores leasing its AI infrastructure to Anthropic, El Paso 's growing tech industry could potentially benefit from the social media giant's expansion into cloud computing. With Meta's significant investment in data center infrastructure, the company may look to establish new facilities or partnerships in regions with favorable business environments, such as El Paso. The city's strategic location and existing transportation networks could make it an attractive location for Meta's future growth. Additionally, the potential for new jobs and economic opportunities in the tech sector could have a positive impact on El Paso's economy, which has been diversifying in recent years. As the talks between Meta and Anthropic progress, El Paso residents and business leaders will be watching to see if the city can capitalize on the growing demand for cloud computing and AI services.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? By Clare Duffy, CNN
New York (CNN) — Meta is in talks with Anthropic about leasing computing capacity to the AI startup. It’s a move that could put the social media giant in competition with Amazon, Microsoft and Google in a new line of business: cloud computing.
The conversation about a pote...
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