Microsoft to pour $10bn into Japan data centers, work with SoftBank on AI

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Move comes amid growing focus on data sovereignty for economic security

Microsoft’s $10 billion investment into Japan aligns with Takaichi government’s AI strategy. (Source photos by Reuters) 

TOKYO — Microsoft plans to invest $10 billion in Japan over the four years through 2029, focusing mainly on data centers and related facilities, Nikkei learned Friday.