Meta told the IRS its AI data centers are experimental to shave $6 billion off its tax bill
Pro Meta told the IRS its AI data centers are experimental to shave $6 billion off its tax bill News By Benedict Collins Published 2 October 2026 Meta's tax credit claims are facing some serious scrutiny When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The Times also found that Meta is the biggest claimant of this particular tax credit, and the company’s Auditor, EY, approved the plan and suggested other companies should also adopt this approach. You will receive a confirmation email shortly."},"failureMessage":"There was a problem.
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Pro Meta told the IRS its AI data centers are experimental to shave $6 billion off its tax bill News By Benedict Collins Published 2 October 2026 Meta's tax credit claims are facing some serious scrutiny When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Meta has used the experimental designation for AI data centers to save billions in tax creditsThe designation is not allowed to be used for standard business operationsMeta has labelled its AI data centers as 'pilot models' allowing the company to avoid some…
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