Google Commits £5B to UK AI Expansion Amid Trump’s Visit
Alphabet's Google has pledged £5 billion ($6.8 billion) to bolster its UK artificial intelligence infrastructure, coinciding with former U.S. President Donald Trump's September 16-18 visit. The investment will fund data centers, R&D, and engineering initiatives over two years, targeting AI services like Google Cloud and Workspace.
The newly opened Waltham Cross data center underscores Google's push to meet surging demand for AI-powered tools. Analysts note the timing aligns with Alphabet's recent market cap surge past $3 trillion, fueled by a favorable antitrust ruling.
This commitment is projected to create 8,250 annual UK jobs while advancing the nation's cybersecurity and AI capabilities. The announcement precedes anticipated partnership reveals during Trump's diplomatic engagement.