Sakura Internet (SAK) shares surge 20% on Microsoft’s $10B AI plan
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Summarized by AI from the source belowSakura Internet (SAK) shares increased by 20.2% following Microsoft’s announcement of a $10 billion investment in AI infrastructure in Japan from 2026 to 2029. This initiative aims to bolster cybersecurity and train 1 million engineers by 2030. Microsoft will collaborate with SoftBank and Sakura Internet to enhance AI computing resources. The investment aligns with the growing demand for cloud and AI services in Japan, where approximately 20% of working-age individuals utilize generative AI tools, compared to a global average of 16%.
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