Microsoft Plans $80 Billion Investment in AI Data Centers for FY’25
Microsoft is set to invest $80 billion in AI data centers to enhance cloud capabilities and support global AI applications in fiscal 2025
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Redmond: Microsoft is making a big move by setting aside $80 billion for the fiscal year 2025. This cash is aimed at building data centers that will handle all things AI. They want to ramp up their ability to train AI models and roll out cloud-based applications worldwide.
According to Brad Smith, Microsoft’s Vice Chair, a significant chunk of that money will be spent right here in the U.S. The company’s fiscal year wraps up in June, so they’re gearing up for some serious expansion.
Smith mentioned that AI is on the brink of becoming a game-changer. It’s expected to spark innovation and boost productivity across various industries. He believes the U.S. has a great chance to lead this tech wave if it plays its cards right and collaborates globally.
Earlier this year, Microsoft and OpenAI were reportedly discussing plans for a massive data center that would house an AI supercomputer called Stargate. This facility could cost over $100 billion to build, which is pretty wild. Interestingly, Microsoft recently referred to OpenAI as a “competitor” in an SEC filing, marking a shift in their relationship.
As AI continues to grow, it’s going to need a lot of power. Experts are warning that this could lead to power shortages for data centers in the near future. So, it’s going to be interesting to see how this all plays out.