Microsoft reportedly pulls back on its data center plans
1. Microsoft is halting data center projects globally due to expansion wariness. 2. Delays affect sites in the UK, Australia, and parts of the US. 3. The company plans to shift focus from new construction to existing facilities. 4. Microsoft allocated over $80 billion for capital expenditures in 2025, mainly for AI. 5. Current pullback may reflect demand concerns or construction challenges.