Microsoft to Invest $15B in UAE AI Industry

Microsoft has announced a $15 billion investment in the United Arab Emirates to strengthen the nation’s artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, underscoring its role as a rising global AI hub. The investment—spanning 2023 to 2029—will fund digital infrastructure, R&D, and workforce development programs focused on AI skills and innovation.

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APNIC Director General Jia Rong Low Highlights Bangladesh’s Digital Transformation and Future Prospects

Jia Rong Low, Director General of APNIC, highlighted Bangladesh’s progress and challenges in digital transformation at the APRICOT 2025 & APNIC 59 conference. He discussed the country’s growing internet infrastructure, the importance of IPv6 deployment, and the need for continued engagement with policymakers, regulators, and the private sector.

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