US Tech Giants Pour Billions into India's AI Data Centers, Defying Tariffs

• US tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Meta are investing at least $67.5 billion in India's AI and data center infrastructure.
• Microsoft commits $17.5B, Amazon $35B, and Google $15B (with Adani Group and Bharti Airtel) for AI-related projects and data centers.
• India is attractive due to its massive data consumption (20% global), vast internet user base, digital payments, and pro-AI government policies.
• Investments continue despite US-India trade disagreements and higher tariffs, as companies see India as crucial for future digital growth.
• Data localization policies, land, electricity, and water availability are key factors and potential challenges for India's growth as a global AI/data hub.

Why It Matters: US tech giants pour billions into India's AI/data centers, cementing its role as a global digital hub.