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Salesforce to Open 40,000-Square-Foot AI Center in London, Creating 500,000 Jobs as Part of $4 Billion UK Investment

Jun 10, 2024, 10:55 AM

Salesforce has announced the opening of its first AI center in London, marking a significant investment in the UK's burgeoning AI industry. The new 40,000-square-foot facility, located in the Blue Fin building, will support AI training and industry collaboration, and is expected to create 500,000 AI-related jobs in the UK. This initiative is part of Salesforce's broader $4 billion investment in the UK over the next five years. The center will host over 300 people and aims to foster collaboration among tech firms and AI experts. Salesforce Ventures is also involved in this project, reinforcing the company's AI leadership and commitment to the UK market. This move underscores London's growing status as a hub for AI innovation, coinciding with the commencement of London Tech Week, which is set to attract over 45,000 attendees and 5,000 startups from around the globe.