Microsoft deepens commitment to Australia with A$25 billion investment in AI infrastructure, security, and skills
Summary
Microsoft announces a A$25 billion investment in Australia by 2029 to expand AI infrastructure, enhance national cyber security, and provide AI skills training to three million people.
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By the end of 2029, the company will invest A$25 billion (USD 18 billion) in new digital infrastructure, alongside new commitments to national cyber defence capability and workforce skilling programs.
The investment includes expanding Azure AI supercomputing capacity and collaborating with the Australian AI Safety Institute. It also expands the Microsoft-ASD Cyber-Shield to more government agencies.