Tech Giants Invest in Skilled Trades

Big tech is pouring over $200 million into skilled trades training as AI pushes demand for hands-on workers. Meta’s $115 million “America’s Workforce Academy” targets veterans, grads, and newcomers with full coverage of tuition, housing, and stipends—certifying them in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trades. BlackRock’s $100 million “Future Builders” initiative aims to train 50,000 workers, with a third going to Texas, partnering with colleges and unions. Amid AI expansion and layoffs, these giants are betting big on the physical infrastructure—and the people who build it—making this the largest private sector commitment to skilled trades in U.S. history. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b5f8125b1c5eb416