#$80 billion AI

If you're one of the 900+ million active Gemini users worldwide, you're in luck - Google is about to invest $80 billion into making it better. Google is expecting to have a 2026 capital expenditure of around $180-190 billion, with an increased focus on AI development. "I wanna be a billionaire," sung Bruno Mars, "I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine." Since at least 1987, Forbes Magazine has listed the world's billionaires, a testament to the growing affluence of so-called ultra high net worth individuals in the midst of global economic growth. Manny Villar Philippines rank: 1 (up from 2) World rank: 263 (up from 352) Net worth: USD 8.3 billion Profile from Forbes: Manuel Villar chairs property developer Vista Land & Lifescapes run by his son Manuel Paulo. Philippines rank: 2 (up from 3) World rank: 263 (up from 561) Net worth: USD 6.7 billion Profile from Forbes: Enrique Razon, Jr. Philippines rank: 3 World rank: 1,096 (up from 1,174) Net worth: USD 2.8 billion Profile from Forbes: Henry Sy, Jr.   Andrew Tan Philippines rank: 4 (up from 8) World rank: 1,096 (down from 1,008) Net worth: USD 2.8 billion Profile from Forbes: Andrew Tan chairs Alliance Global, a holding company with interests in food and beverage, gaming and real estate.   Hans Sy Philippines rank: 5 World rank: 1,196 (down from 1,008) Net worth: USD 2.6 billion Profile from Forbes: Hans Sy is the fourth child of Henry Sy, Sr., the late founder of SM Investments, one of Philippines largest conglomerates. Read more in our articles including "Google slated to drop $80B on AI after record-breaking revenues" and "ASUS unveils ExpertBook Ultra campaign in the Philippines".