Japanese medical institutions face closure due to glove shortage
Microsoft is accelerating its investment in India with its largest data center set to launch by mid-2026, aiming to capitalize on the rapidly growing AI market. This expansion is a key part of the company's significant capital expenditure in the region. Separately, Japan is releasing 50 million medical gloves from its national reserve due to a shortage impacting nearly 5,000 healthcare institutions, primarily caused by disruptions in petrochemical supply chains affecting raw material procurement. AI
IMPACT Microsoft's new data center in India will bolster AI infrastructure, supporting the region's growing demand for AI services.