Microsoft has announced that it will invest $2. 9 billion over the next two years in Japan, expanding its large-scale artificial intelligence and cloud computing infrastructure in the country.
The company will also implement its Digital Skills Program, aiming to bring AI skills to more than 3 million people over the next 3 years, open its first Microsoft Research Asia lab in Japan, and collaborate on cybersecurity with the Japanese government.
Microsoft’s various investments will be the “key pillar to combat deflation and simulate Japan’s economy by building the infrastructure, professional talent, and security needed to drive virtual transformation and AI adoption in Japan. “The new $2. 9 billion investment will be Microsoft’s largest investment in its 46-year history in Japan, which is also home to Microsoft’s first field office.
Brad Smith, vice president and president of Microsoft, said, “Today’s announcement represents Microsoft’s largest investment in Japan since we established our roots here in 1978. These investments in virtual infrastructure, AI skills, cybersecurity, and AI studies are ingredients for Japan to build a physically powerful AI economy. “
Fumio Kishida, Prime Minister of Japan, said: “As economic activities in the virtual space increase, it is vital for Japanese industry as a whole to work with global corporations like Microsoft, which have a virtual infrastructure set. Microsoft has made significant contributions to the social implementation of generative AI in Japan through initiatives, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration. We also look forward to deepening our cooperation in the field of cybersecurity.
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