Microsoft Announces Major AI Investment in Germany

The tech giant plans to invest €3.2 billion to expand AI and data center capacities, marking its largest investment in Germany in 40 years.

Microsoft will invest €3.2 billion in Germany over the next two years to double its AI and data center infrastructure.
The investment aims to boost Germany's AI development and skills, with over 1.2 million people to be trained in new AI capabilities.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz welcomed the investment, highlighting Germany's commitment to being an open economy and technological leader.
The investment represents less than 3% of Microsoft's global spending on AI infrastructure, with the majority allocated to the U.S.
Experts suggest smaller economies like Germany might benefit more from power sharing in AI development rather than competing with leaders like the U.S. and China.