Microsoft venture arm backs AI startups and global infrastructure
Microsoft’s venture arm and startup programs now target AI builders while the company plans tens of billions in global AI infrastructure spending.
Bitcoin, markets and the ideas moving crypto.
3 stories · 20 Nov 2024 – 24 Apr 2026
Microsoft’s venture arm and startup programs now target AI builders while the company plans tens of billions in global AI infrastructure spending.
Microsoft shareholders rejected a proposal to invest in Bitcoin, citing risks, while Amazon explores a bold crypto strategy.
Michael Saylor pitches Microsoft’s board on Bitcoin, arguing it could stabilize the stock and boost shareholder value ahead of a key vote.