IBM on Monday unveiled a sweeping $150 billion investment plan to accelerate U.S. leadership in advanced technology, including over $30 billion earmarked for research and development in quantum and mainframe computing, according to a statement.
The five-year initiative aims to solidify IBM’s position as a global computing leader while reinforcing its commitment to American jobs and manufacturing.
“Technology doesn't just build the future — it defines it,” said Arvind Krishna, IBM chairman and CEO. “With this investment, we ensure IBM remains at the forefront of the world’s most advanced computing and AI capabilities.”
IBM’s Poughkeepsie, New York facility will remain central to the production of mainframes, which handle over 70% of the world’s transactions by value. The investment also supports the continued domestic development of IBM’s quantum systems, touted as the next frontier of computing.
The company operates the world’s largest fleet of quantum computers and its Quantum Network serves nearly 300 Fortune 500 companies, research institutions, and startups, with more than 600,000 active users.
IBM’s push into quantum is expected to revolutionize industries by solving problems beyond the reach of classical computing — strengthening national security, competitiveness, and job growth in the U.S.
The announcement reaffirms IBM’s 114-year legacy in American innovation and its vision to lead the next generation of technological transformation.
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