Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has pledged a substantial investment of $1.7 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud infrastructure in Indonesia. This move comes as the demand for data centers and AI technology in Southeast Asia’s largest economy continues to grow.
During a meeting with President Joko Widodo in Jakarta, Nadella announced plans to build new data centers in Indonesia to bring cutting-edge AI infrastructure to the region. Emphasizing the importance of investing in AI, Nadella expressed Microsoft’s commitment to empowering individuals and organizations in Indonesia to leverage this next wave of AI technology.
As part of this initiative, Microsoft aims to provide AI training to millions of Indonesians, with a target of training 840,000 individuals in the country by 2025. This investment in AI infrastructure and cloud computing represents the largest single investment value in Microsoft’s history in Indonesia.
Nadella’s visit to Indonesia comes on the heels of Apple CEO Tim Cook’s recent meetings with Indonesian leaders, signaling a shift in tech companies’ focus towards diversifying their supply chains. During his regional tour, Nadella will also visit Thailand and Malaysia to promote Microsoft’s AI technology.
The embrace of AI has proven to be lucrative for Microsoft, with a significant increase in sales driven by its cloud services such as Azure. Under Nadella’s leadership, AI technology has become central to Microsoft’s business strategy, fueling growth and innovation in the tech industry.
Overall, Microsoft’s investment in AI and cloud infrastructure in Indonesia underscores the company’s commitment to driving technological advancement and empowering individuals in the region. This strategic move is poised to have a transformative impact on Indonesia’s digital economy and innovation ecosystem.
