Microsoft to Invest $80 Billion in AI Data Centers in Fiscal 2025

Jan 3, 2025, 07:53 PM

Microsoft plans to invest $80 billion in fiscal 2025 to build AI-enabled data centers, with more than half of the spending occurring in the United States. Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith announced the investment, emphasizing that AI is "the electricity of our age," and that the next four years can build a foundation for America's economic success for the next quarter century. The significant capital expenditure underscores the intense needs of the AI sector as Microsoft aims to enhance its cloud computing and AI capabilities. The investment positions Microsoft to lead in the tech landscape and strengthen the U.S.'s position in AI innovation.