Microsoft pours $2.2B into Malaysia for cloud, AI expansion

In a statement, Microsoft said it will collaborate with the Malaysian government to establish a “national AI Center of Excellence” and improve cybersecurity capabilities.

Microsoft has announced a $2.2 billion investment over four years in Malaysia to expand cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) services.

According to a blog post, the investment is the largest in Microsoft’s 32-year history in Malaysia. The investment includes building cloud and AI infrastructure, creating AI-skilling opportunities for 200,000 people and supporting the country’s developers.

Microsoft also plans to collaborate with the Malaysian government to establish a “national AI Centre of Excellence” and strengthen the nation’s cybersecurity capabilities. 

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