Google announces €13bn additional investment in Finland
The money will be used to develop data centres as well as supporting infrastructure, and represents the search engine giant's largest single investment in Europe to date.
Alphabet, Google's parent company, has announced a substantial €13 billion investment in Finland. The funds will be allocated towards data centres, AI infrastructure, and overall operations within the country. This represents Google's largest single investment in Europe thus far, underscoring the nation's role as a pioneer in responsibly developing AI infrastructure.
According to the statement, the investment will bolster clean energy projects, as well as fund community initiatives in areas such as biodiversity, education, research, and workforce development. The firm has also acquired land in the municipalities of Kajaani, Muhos, and Vaala.
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