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Microsoft deployed 88 data centers during fiscal year 2026

Massive infrastructure acceleration; signals sustained multi-year capex momentum for Azure AI capacity to meet hyperscaler demand
Trade pressSlicast · July 31, 2026 · Global · Source: Data Center Dynamics
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Microsoft deployed 88 data centers during fiscal year 2026

Massive infrastructure acceleration; signals sustained multi-year capex momentum for Azure AI capacity to meet hyperscaler demand

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