Meta labeled AI data centers as “experimental facilities” to claim federal research tax credits
The New York Times
Meta labeled its AI data centers as experimental facilities to pursue federal research tax credits. The report frames the move as seeking a major tax discount. As a result, the data centers’ use is being positioned under research rules to qualify for the credits.
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The New York Times reports Meta labeled its AI data centers as experimental facilities to pursue federal research tax credits. The issue frames the move as a way to generate a major tax discount.