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Wednesday, January 08
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BENGALURU: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the collaborative effort to position India as an AI-first nation. Nadella expressed his gratitude for Modi's leadership in ensuring a secure digital future, emphasizing the importance of ethical AI usage and data privacy standards. After their discussion, Nadella tweeted, "Thank you, PM Narendra Modi ji, for your leadership. Excited to build on our commitment to making India AI-first..." (Times of India).
In a significant move, Microsoft announced a major investment of approximately $3 billion aimed at expanding AI and cloud capabilities in India. This initiative is projected to be the "single largest expansion" Microsoft has undertaken in the country, reflecting India's potential as a vital market for technology firms. Nadella remarked that Microsoft plans to train 10 million individuals in AI by 2030, focusing on opportunities in smaller towns and rural regions (Reuters).
This investment aligns with a broader strategy where Microsoft aims to invest around $80 billion globally in fiscal year 2025 to bolster its AI infrastructure. Notably, over half of this investment will be directed towards the United States. During this period, Nadella has engaged with various global leaders, including discussions with AI entrepreneurs about the future trajectory of AI implementation in India.
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