Over half of the investment is reserved for infrastructure. Microsoft President Brad Smith frames AI investment as key to economic growth.

Microsoft aims to spend $80 billion on AI data centers in first half of 2025 Half of the amount will be destined for the United States Upskilling citizens is recognized as crucial Microsoft has revealed plans to invest $80 billion in AI data centers throughout the first half of 2025.

Many companies and brands have begun shifting to more sustainable practices in recent years. Microsoft has long been leading the charge, pledging to be carbon negative by 2030. And it's now added another tactic in the fight for sustainability: building data centers made of wood and other low-carbon materials.