Microsoft to invest $18 billion in Australia in AI push - Reuters
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Microsoft announced plans to invest A$25 billion (approximately $17.9 billion) in Australia by the end of 2029 to enhance artificial intelligence capacity, including expanding Azure AI supercomputing and cloud infrastructure, strengthening cybersecurity, and boosting AI skills.
Microsoft committed to helping three million Australians build workforce-ready AI skills by the end of 2028, expanding access to practical, responsible AI training across classrooms, workplaces, and communities nationwide.
Microsoft announced its largest-ever investment in Australia, pledging A$25 billion (approximately $18 billion) by the end of 2029 to expand AI infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity, and enhance workforce AI skills, aligning with Australia's National AI Plan.
Microsoft plans to invest A$25 billion (approximately $17.9 billion) in Australia by the end of 2029 to boost computing and artificial intelligence capacity, including expanding Azure AI supercomputing and cloud infrastructure, strengthening cybersecurity, and enhancing AI skills.
Microsoft plans to invest A$25 billion ($18 billion) in Australia by 2029 to enhance AI and cloud infrastructure, marking its largest commitment in the country.
Microsoft announces a $18 billion investment to expand Azure AI supercomputing and cloud infrastructure in Australia, aiming to strengthen AI capabilities in the region.
Microsoft's largest-ever investment in Australia aims to expand AI infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity, and provide AI skills training to three million Australians by 2028.
Microsoft will invest A$25 billion ($18 billion) in Australia through 2029 to expand artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, marking its largest-ever commitment in the country. The investment will boost the company’s Azure AI supercomputing capacity and data centre footprint, with plans to expand its infrastructure by more than 140%.
Microsoft said on Thursday that it will invest A$25 billion ($17.9 billion) in Australia by the end of 2029 to boost computing and artificial intelligence capacity in the nation.
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