Microsoft plans US$10 billion Middle East cloud and AI investment

Microsoft plans to invest more than US$10 billion across the Middle East by 2030, expanding cloud and AI infrastructure while strengthening the resilience of digital services used by governments and businesses. The programme includes more than US$400 million for subsea and terrestrial connectivity, alongside measures covering cybersecurity, data sovereignty, business continuity and workforce training. Announced at a round table alongside the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the frame