SoftBank Seeks 100 Billion For AI

SoftBank Group is reportedly seeking up to 100 billion dollars from Gulf investors to fund new artificial intelligence investments. CEO Masayoshi Son has held discussions in the United Arab Emirates as the conglomerate expands its AI strategy following recent major funding rounds.

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Softbank Group’s logo at its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, September 1, 2026. REUTERS/Manami Yamada

SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son is seeking up to $100 billion from Gulf investors to fund artificial intelligence acquisitions. The fundraising effort follows the company's recent $30 billion investment in OpenAI. The capital influx would establish a dedicated vehicle to acquire and restructure firms using advanced technologies.

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