TL;DR:
- Microsoft announces a $1.7 billion investment in AI and cloud facilities in Indonesia and Thailand.
- The first regional data centre in Thailand aims to boost the availability of cloud services.
- Microsoft pledges to train 2.5 million people in Southeast Asia in AI by 2025.
Microsoft’s Asian Investment: A Leap Towards Digital Economy
Microsoft, the tech titan, has announced plans to open its first regional data centre in Thailand. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the availability of cloud services in the region. The announcement comes just a day after Microsoft’s Chief Executive, Satya Nadella, revealed a whopping $1.7 billion investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud facilities in neighbouring Indonesia.
Thailand’s Digital Economy Hub: A Strategic Move
The new data centre aligns with Thailand’s ambition to become a digital economy hub. Prime Minister Srettha Thaivisin hailed Microsoft’s investment as a significant milestone in Thailand’s digital economy development. He stated, “Microsoft’s investment is an important turning point in the development of Thailand’s digital economy, increasing competitiveness.” This investment is expected to fuel economic growth and enhance the country’s digital competitiveness.
Microsoft’s AI Training Pledge: Empowering Southeast Asia
In a bid to empower the region, Microsoft has pledged to train 2.5 million people in Southeast Asia in the use of AI by 2025. This initiative underscores Microsoft’s commitment to fostering digital skills and promoting the adoption of AI technologies across the region.
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