Databricks commits $420 million to ANZ market

Databricks has announced it will invest $300 million (A$420 million) in the ANZ market over the next three years.

Databricks will open a new 22,000-square-foot office at 400 George Street in Sydney later this year, quadrupling its footprint and providing dedicated training facilities.

Databricks also stated its commitment to upskilling Aussie students in data and AI skills will take place over the next five years. The program will consist of in-person and virtual bootcamps, hackathons, customer-led enablement programs and multi-city learning festivals.

In line with Australia’s National AI Plan to upskill workers for an AI-enabled economy, Databricks has also committed to training 100,000 learners across ANZ over the next five years through in-person and virtual bootcamps, hackathons, customer-led enablement programs, and multi-city learning festivals.

“We’re seeing a clear shift from AI experimentation to impact across ANZ enterprises. Organisations are moving beyond pilots into production - from improving customer experiences to streamlining operations,” said Adam Beavis, VP and country manager for Databricks ANZ.

“Our $420 million investment reflects the pace of adoption and our long-term commitment to the region. Now our customers can innovate even faster with Lakebase, Genie and Agent Bricks, build with confidence and drive tangible business outcomes.”