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Microsoft Pauses Ohio Data Centers Amid Global Expansion

4/10/2025

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Microsoft Corp. has hit the brakes on its ambitious plans for three data centers in central Ohio, echoing a recent pause in Wisconsin. This strategic reevaluation comes as the tech giant remains steadfast in its commitment to invest $80 billion in AI-driven data centers globally by fiscal 2025, continuing its expansion across more than 350 centers worldwide.

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Microsoft Corp. has hit the brakes on its ambitious plans for three data centers in central Ohio, echoing a recent pause in Wisconsin. This strategic reevaluation comes as the tech giant remains steadfast in its commitment to invest $80 billion in AI-driven data centers globally by fiscal 2025, continuing its expansion across more than 350 centers worldwide.