Microsoft invests $2.5 billion in new AI consulting firm

On July 2, 2026, Microsoft announced the launch of a new company dedicated to helping businesses adopt artificial intelligence, backed by a $2.5 billion commitment. The initiative, internally referred to as an AI app overhaul, aims to 'earn the right to exist' in the competitive AI market. Microsoft is mobilizing 6,000 workers to support customers in implementing AI solutions. Additionally, the company partnered with Singapore's Lightstorm to build an undersea cable connecting India and Southeast Asia, expanding its infrastructure in the region.