Microsoft intensifies recruitment of top AI talent from Meta with enticing offers amid a valuation nearing $4 trillion. Internal documents reveal structured processes to match or exceed Meta’s lucrative compensation packages, which include up to $250 million for elite candidates. Key divisions, led by industry veterans Mustafa Suleyman and Jay Parikh, prioritize “critical AI talent” with rapid offer approvals. This targeted strategy aims to maintain Microsoft's competitive edge in the AI sector, ensuring they attract the best minds available.