Thu. 07/31 – Microsoft Joins The $4 Trillion Club

Jul 31, 2025 21m

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Microsoft and Meta earnings suggest AI is paying off so far, at least for the big guys. Has OpenAI’s revenues tripled so far in 2025? Devs are using AI more than ever, but that doesn’t mean they trust it. And at the end of the show, as promised, the huge podcast announcement. Links: Microsoft officially tops $4 trillion in market cap, joining Nvidia in exclusive club (CNBC) Investors Cheer an A.I. Spending Bonanza (NYTimes) Meta shares climb 10% on revenue beat, raised forecast (CNBC) Apple, Google, OpenAI to Work With Federal Agencies to Make Health Data Helpful (Bloomberg) OpenAI Hits $12 Billion in Annualized Revenue, Breaks 700 Million ChatGPT Weekly Active Users (The Information) Stack Overflow data reveals the hidden productivity tax of ‘almost right’ AI code (VentureBeat) Google DeepMind says its new AI can map the entire planet with unprecedented accuracy (VentureBeat)

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Microsoft and AI Dominance

Microsoft has soared past $4 trillion in market capitalization, now joining Nvidia in this exclusive club. The jump followed their report of an 18% revenue growth—its fastest rate in over three years. A significant contributor to this surge is Microsoft's Azure cloud computing service, which saw a staggering 34% growth year-over-year. Analysts noted that spending on AI infrastructure continues to rise, leading Microsoft to forecast a record $30 billion in capital spending for the quarter. Positive earnings from both Microsoft and Meta indicate that Wall Street's hesitation about AI investments has lessened.

Meta's Performance and Future Outlook

Meta also reported exciting earnings, with a 10% stock increase following a revenue beat. Their second quarter saw a 22% growth as AI technology enhanced their advertising efficacy. However, the Reality Labs division continues to operate at a loss, raising concerns around its long-term viability. Meta's planned capital expenditures for AI could reach as high as $72 billion this year, indicating an aggressive push into AI. Despite losses in certain divisions, the company reported growth in daily active users across its platforms.

OpenAI's Rising Revenues and Trust Issues

OpenAI is experiencing phenomenal growth, recently announcing a projection of $12 billion in annualized revenue and a jump in weekly active users to 700 million. However, despite increasing usage of AI tools, a Stack Overflow survey revealed declining trust among developers, with only 33% believing in AI accuracy. Developers are facing challenges with AI-generated code, often finding it requires more debugging, which diminishes time savings and increases frustration.

Healthcare Data Sharing Initiatives

A collaborative initiative spearheaded by agencies like Medicare aims to enhance data sharing across healthcare systems. Major tech companies, including Apple, Google, and OpenAI, are involved in promoting seamless access to health data. The goal is to help patients and providers manage health information effectively while addressing longstanding issues of fragmentation in healthcare.

Google DeepMind's Innovative AI Model

Google DeepMind has introduced Alpha Earth Foundations, an AI model designed to integrate vast amounts of Earth observation data. This system aims to produce detailed maps and aid in environmental analysis while addressing storage challenges. The technology promises significant reductions in both error rates and storage needs, paving the way for enhanced understanding and management of Earth's resources.

Podcast Update and Future Direction

In an exciting announcement, the podcast is evolving. Starting tomorrow, it will officially transition to "Tech Brew Ride Home" as the host joins the Morning Brew team. While the format and content remain unchanged, the collaboration promises enhanced resources and potentially higher-profile guests in the near future.