Brookfield Asset Management is investing SEK 95 billion in AI infrastructure in Sweden, marking one of its largest European AI ventures. This initiative includes a new AI facility in Strängnäs that will double data center capacity and create over 1,000 jobs.
Amazon’s substantial $10 billion investment in AWS data centers in North Carolina underscores the surge in generative AI and cloud technology demand. This groundbreaking endeavor will create 500 high-skilled jobs, bolstering the local economy and confirming Amazon’s commitment to AI innovation and advanced cloud infrastructure.
Broadcom’s new Tomahawk 6 Ethernet switch delivers 102.4 terabits per second capacity, doubling current bandwidth standards. Designed for AI-driven networks, it offers energy efficiency, dynamic routing, and open standards, aiming to revolutionize data infrastructure while challenging proprietary systems.
Microsoft will invest $400 million to upgrade its Swiss data centers and train 1 million people in AI. The plan supports local startups and SMEs, enhances innovation infrastructure, and reinforces Microsoft’s long-term presence in Switzerland.
Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN initiative is investing $10 billion to become a global leader in artificial intelligence. Backed by the Public Investment Fund, HUMAIN plans major data center expansion, strategic tech partnerships, and AI model training dominance by 2030, all aligning with Vision 2030.
KT Corp. has partnered with Viettel Group to propel Vietnam’s AI development through a $95 million investment. This collaboration enhances Vietnam’s cloud and AI infrastructure, focusing on AI data centers and products designed for consumers and enterprises.
Germany’s cutting-edge tech giants like Deutsche Telekom, SAP, and Ionos are joining forces for a groundbreaking AI data center project, aiming to boost Europe’s digital sovereignty. Capitalizing on the EU’s InvestAI initiative, their goal is to build state-of-the-art facilities housing approximately 100,000 AI chips.
Ericsson, AstraZeneca, Saab, SEB, and Wallenberg Investments are building Sweden’s largest AI supercomputer with Nvidia to support secure local computing. The project aims to accelerate AI research and applications across sectors, including healthcare, defense, and finance, while Ericsson also advances its 5G rollout in Jersey.
Trend Micro and Nvidia have joined forces to deliver secure private AI infrastructure. By combining cybersecurity with GPU-accelerated technologies, their solution enables real-time threat detection and compliance for sensitive sectors like healthcare and finance. This partnership ensures data sovereignty, enhances performance, and supports diverse deployment environments.
Cisco is expanding its presence in France by unveiling a new global AI hub in Paris. This initiative will foster secure, energy-efficient AI infrastructure and digital learning. By targeting 230,000 individuals over the next three years, Cisco’s effort enhances its existing support for startups in AI and digital skills development.
