CEOs of Microsoft and Meta have defended their substantial investments in artificial intelligence (AI) following the emergence of DeepSeek, a technology that has made a notable impact on the tech industry. Microsoft has allocated $80 billion for AI in its current fiscal year, while Meta has committed up to $65 billion towards similar initiatives. The leaders of both companies addressed concerns about the implications of DeepSeek for the industry, emphasizing their strategic focus on AI development and its potential benefits.