Microsoft has announced a $400 million investment in Switzerland to further strengthen both its cloud and artificial intelligence capabilities across the country, including the most advanced graphics processing units.
“This latest investment deepens Microsoft’s long-standing commitment to Switzerland’s digital future — from the launch of local datacenters six years ago to the opening of the Microsoft Innovation Hub in 2022 — and reinforces that vision through continued strategic investments in innovation, digital resilience, and AI adoption,” said Microsoft.
Microsoft said it will expand its existing datacenters near Zurich and Geneva to meet the growing demand for cloud and AI services. These upgrades will serve more than 50,000 existing customers while bringing advanced AI capabilities to organizations across regulated sectors such as healthcare, finance, and government.
The company said it will partner with the Switzerland Innovation Parks and its sites to expedite industry and AI innovations from research to market applications. This collaboration aims to strengthen the backbone of Switzerland’s economy by supporting SMEs and startups. Microsoft is also continuing its nationwide Swiss AI Tech Accelerator to help startups scale AI solutions.
Microsoft also said it plans to help skill one million Swiss people by 2027, equipping workers, educators, and students with the tools needed to thrive in an AI-driven economy. This initiative includes specialized programs for apprentices, industry associations, and nonprofit organizations.
The firm also said it will expand its collaboration across the International Geneva ecosystem “working with the United Nations and international organizations to advance AI policy conversations, support global AI skilling programs, and address challenges in health, humanitarian action, and human rights.”
Brad Smith, Microsoft Vice Chair and President, said: “Switzerland has created one of the world’s leading innovation ecosystems, blending world-class research with real-world applications.
“For more than three decades, we have stood by our Swiss customers’ side. This latest investment helps further strengthen Switzerland’s long-term economic resilience and competitiveness, while ensuring full compliance with Swiss regulations.”