Summary
Amazon and Microsoft have announced plans to invest a total of $52.5 billion in India's artificial intelligence (AI) sector over the coming years. Amazon will invest $35 billion to boost AI and cloud services, while Microsoft commits $17.5 billion to expand AI infrastructure, including new data centers. These investments aim to enhance India's position as a growing hub for AI and cloud technology.
Key Facts
- Amazon and Microsoft plan to invest a combined $52.5 billion in AI in India.
- Amazon will invest $35 billion by 2030, focusing on AI-driven digital growth and job creation.
- Microsoft pledges $17.5 billion, including new data centers called "hyperscale cloud regions" in Hyderabad.
- India is becoming a key player in global AI and cloud infrastructure development.
- Google's investment in an AI data hub is $15 billion, and Intel is collaborating with Tata Electronics on semiconductor manufacturing.
- Microsoft will also provide a "sovereign public cloud" to keep sensitive data in India.
- India aims to boost its semiconductor manufacturing with government-backed projects and subsidies.
- A new sovereign AI model from India is expected in February next year.
