Microsoft is set to invest $3 billion in India over two years to enhance its cloud computing and artificial intelligence capabilities. This investment will include training 500,000 individuals in AI by 2026 as part of its partnership with INDIAai, aiming to train a total of 10 million people by 2030. CEO Satya Nadella described this expansion as the largest the company has undertaken in India. The training will target various groups such as students, educators, developers, government officials, and women entrepreneurs. Microsoft also plans to establish new data centers and has already trained 2.4 million people since 2024. The initiative includes partnerships with prominent industries like RailTel and Apollo Hospitals to facilitate AI and cloud adoption among businesses. Furthermore, Microsoft will extend its Founders Hub program to support up to 1,000 AI startups, aiming to foster innovation across smaller cities and communities in India.

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