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March 31, 2026
Why Databricks is Investing US$850m in the UK
Databricks is bidding to attract leading UK-based AI talent while training the next generation of business leaders in data and AI capabilities
TL;DR
- Databricks plans to invest over US$850 million in the UK by 2028.
- London will become Databricks' EMEA hub with a quadrupled office footprint.
- The company aims to attract leading UK AI talent and train the next generation of business leaders.
- This expansion supports the growing demand for Databricks' products like Lakebase and Genie.
- Databricks is committed to training 100,000 people in the UK and Ireland in data and AI skills by 2028.
- The UK is strengthening its position as Europe's leading AI hub, with businesses planning increased AI investment.
- Databricks works with over half of the FTSE 100 index and many global companies.
- The new London headquarters will foster collaboration and support a local R&D team.
- The investment includes US$10 million (£8 million) for free access to the Databricks platform for students and professionals in the UK and Europe.
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