Microsoft Announces $2.1 Billion Investment to Expand AI Infrastructure in Spain

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Published inAI News · 1 min read · Feb 20, 2024

Translated data: Microsoft, a leading American software giant, plans to invest $21 billion over the next two years to expand its artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure in Spain. This move follows Microsoft's announcement of a dedicated €32 billion investment in artificial intelligence in Germany over the same period. Microsoft has not yet disclosed detailed information about the investment in Spain. This investment will enhance Microsoft's AI influence in Europe and support Spain's digital transformation.

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