OpenAI reportedly plans shift from Microsoft to SoftBank | TechCrunchOpenAI plans to rely more on SoftBank for computing power by 2030, moving away from Microsoft.
ChatGPT-Maker OpenAI Closes Record $40B Funding Round | EntrepreneurOpenAI raised a record $40 billion, the largest in tech funding from a private company, to scale its AI operations significantly.
OpenAI raises $40B at $300B valuation in round led by SoftBankOpenAI raised $40 billion, marking the largest funding round ever, to enhance AI capabilities and infrastructure.
SoftBank buys $676M old Sharp plant for its OpenAI collab in Japan | TechCrunchSoftBank is investing $676 million to convert an Osaka factory into an AI data center, essential for training AI models.
OpenAI Closes Deal That Values Company at $300 BillionOpenAI's valuation doubles to $300 billion following a $40 billion fundraising led by SoftBank, reinforcing its strong position in the AI market.
OpenAI Close to Deal that Values Company at $300 BillionOpenAI secures a $40 billion investment, significantly increasing its valuation to $300 billion, reinforcing its position in the AI market.
OpenAI reportedly plans shift from Microsoft to SoftBank | TechCrunchOpenAI plans to rely more on SoftBank for computing power by 2030, moving away from Microsoft.
ChatGPT-Maker OpenAI Closes Record $40B Funding Round | EntrepreneurOpenAI raised a record $40 billion, the largest in tech funding from a private company, to scale its AI operations significantly.
OpenAI raises $40B at $300B valuation in round led by SoftBankOpenAI raised $40 billion, marking the largest funding round ever, to enhance AI capabilities and infrastructure.
SoftBank buys $676M old Sharp plant for its OpenAI collab in Japan | TechCrunchSoftBank is investing $676 million to convert an Osaka factory into an AI data center, essential for training AI models.
OpenAI Closes Deal That Values Company at $300 BillionOpenAI's valuation doubles to $300 billion following a $40 billion fundraising led by SoftBank, reinforcing its strong position in the AI market.
OpenAI Close to Deal that Values Company at $300 BillionOpenAI secures a $40 billion investment, significantly increasing its valuation to $300 billion, reinforcing its position in the AI market.
SoftBank to acquire semiconductor designer Ampere in $6.5B all-cash deal | TechCrunchSoftBank's acquisition of Ampere Computing aims to enhance AI infrastructure investment.
SoftBank Plans to Commit $9 Billion to AI ProjectsJapan's SoftBank plans to invest $9 billion in AI, highlighting a significant focus on AI development and competition in the tech industry.
SoftBank is buying ex-Intel president Renee James' chip design company for $6.5 billionSoftBank acquires Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion to enhance its AI infrastructure and strengthen Arm's R&D capabilities.
Stargate AI project news sends Oracle and SoftBank stock prices soaringOracle and SoftBank shares surged following Trump’s announcement of a $100 billion AI infrastructure investment joint venture.
SoftBank Expands AI Portfolio with $6.5B Acquisition of Chip Startup AmpereSoftBank plans to acquire Ampere for $6.5 billion to enhance its AI infrastructure and capabilities.
SoftBank to acquire semiconductor designer Ampere in $6.5B all-cash deal | TechCrunchSoftBank's acquisition of Ampere Computing aims to enhance AI infrastructure investment.
SoftBank Plans to Commit $9 Billion to AI ProjectsJapan's SoftBank plans to invest $9 billion in AI, highlighting a significant focus on AI development and competition in the tech industry.
SoftBank is buying ex-Intel president Renee James' chip design company for $6.5 billionSoftBank acquires Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion to enhance its AI infrastructure and strengthen Arm's R&D capabilities.
Stargate AI project news sends Oracle and SoftBank stock prices soaringOracle and SoftBank shares surged following Trump’s announcement of a $100 billion AI infrastructure investment joint venture.
SoftBank Expands AI Portfolio with $6.5B Acquisition of Chip Startup AmpereSoftBank plans to acquire Ampere for $6.5 billion to enhance its AI infrastructure and capabilities.
SoftBank is buying Ampere Computing for $6.5 billionSoftBank acquires Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion to boost AI capabilities.
SoftBank buys Arm chipmaker Ampere ComputingSoftBank acquires Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion, aiming to enhance AI and computing capabilities.
SoftBank to Buy Silicon Valley Chip Start-Up Ampere for $6.5 BillionSoftBank invests $6.5 billion in Ampere Computing to enhance AI and data center capabilities.
SoftBank is buying Ampere Computing for $6.5 billionSoftBank acquires Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion to boost AI capabilities.
SoftBank buys Arm chipmaker Ampere ComputingSoftBank acquires Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion, aiming to enhance AI and computing capabilities.
SoftBank to Buy Silicon Valley Chip Start-Up Ampere for $6.5 BillionSoftBank invests $6.5 billion in Ampere Computing to enhance AI and data center capabilities.
AI bubble? What bubble? Datacenter investors still all inDatacenter investments in AI technologies are growing despite concerns of a potential bubble, with major developments in Norway and Japan.
SoftBank is betting on AI and an IPO revival after swinging to a $7.7 billion profitSoftBank posted a $7.7 billion profit by leveraging AI investments and favorable market conditions after a significant loss last year.
Masayoshi SonMasayoshi Son is pivoting SoftBank towards AI, investing $9 billion annually to lead growth in this sector.
Musk vs. Altman (and Trump): Anatomy of a feudTrump announced a $500 billion investment in AI infrastructure, aiming to create over 100,000 jobs in the U.S. by 2029.
Meet Masayoshi Son, the billionaire SoftBank founder helping fund the Stargate AI joint ventureMasayoshi Son has significantly impacted the AI investment landscape, driving substantial profits for SoftBank.Through partnerships and projects, he aims to build US AI infrastructure.
Nvidia stock is undervalued because AI companies need to spend another $9 trillion to achieve superintelligence, Softbank CEO saysNvidia's stock is perceived as undervalued by Softbank's CEO due to AI spending forecasts.AI advancements are expected to drastically benefit Nvidia's chip market over the next decade.
AI bubble? What bubble? Datacenter investors still all inDatacenter investments in AI technologies are growing despite concerns of a potential bubble, with major developments in Norway and Japan.
SoftBank is betting on AI and an IPO revival after swinging to a $7.7 billion profitSoftBank posted a $7.7 billion profit by leveraging AI investments and favorable market conditions after a significant loss last year.
Masayoshi SonMasayoshi Son is pivoting SoftBank towards AI, investing $9 billion annually to lead growth in this sector.
Musk vs. Altman (and Trump): Anatomy of a feudTrump announced a $500 billion investment in AI infrastructure, aiming to create over 100,000 jobs in the U.S. by 2029.
Meet Masayoshi Son, the billionaire SoftBank founder helping fund the Stargate AI joint ventureMasayoshi Son has significantly impacted the AI investment landscape, driving substantial profits for SoftBank.Through partnerships and projects, he aims to build US AI infrastructure.
Nvidia stock is undervalued because AI companies need to spend another $9 trillion to achieve superintelligence, Softbank CEO saysNvidia's stock is perceived as undervalued by Softbank's CEO due to AI spending forecasts.AI advancements are expected to drastically benefit Nvidia's chip market over the next decade.
These companies want to use AI to make call center jobs less horribleAI technology can alter customers' voices to protect call center workers' mental health by reducing anger, with potential benefits for businesses and employees.
Arm looks to launch its own chip after landing Meta contractArm is shifting from licensing designs to producing its own chips, starting with Meta as a customer.
Softbank unveils plans to cancel out angry customer emotions using AISoftBank is developing 'emotion-canceling' AI technology to alter the voices of angry customers to sound calmer during customer service calls.
These companies want to use AI to make call center jobs less horribleAI technology can alter customers' voices to protect call center workers' mental health by reducing anger, with potential benefits for businesses and employees.
Arm looks to launch its own chip after landing Meta contractArm is shifting from licensing designs to producing its own chips, starting with Meta as a customer.
Softbank unveils plans to cancel out angry customer emotions using AISoftBank is developing 'emotion-canceling' AI technology to alter the voices of angry customers to sound calmer during customer service calls.
Trump and SoftBank CEO Announce $100 Billion Investment in US ProjectsSoftBank plans to invest $100 billion in the U.S., aiming to create 100,000 jobs, focusing on technology and AI.
SoftBank to invest $500M in robotics startup SkildAI | TechCrunchSoftBank targets Skild AI for a $500 million investment, signaling growing momentum in AI-driven robotics.The deal values Skild AI at $4 billion, twice its previous valuation in a year.
Japanese tech giant SoftBank is investing over $100 billion in the U.S. Here's whySoftBank plans to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects, aiming to enhance AI infrastructure and create 100,000 jobs over the next four years.
Softbank CEO announces a $100 billion investment into the US | TechCrunchSoftbank to invest $100 billion in the US, creating 100,000 jobs.
Trump announces SoftBank plans to invest $100bn in US projectsTrump announces a $100bn investment by SoftBank aimed at job creation, signaling confidence in the U.S. economy.
Softbank CEO Announces $100 Billion Investment in U.S. | EntrepreneurSoftBank plans a $100 billion investment in the U.S. to boost job creation specifically in AI sectors.
Trump and SoftBank CEO Announce $100 Billion Investment in US ProjectsSoftBank plans to invest $100 billion in the U.S., aiming to create 100,000 jobs, focusing on technology and AI.
SoftBank to invest $500M in robotics startup SkildAI | TechCrunchSoftBank targets Skild AI for a $500 million investment, signaling growing momentum in AI-driven robotics.The deal values Skild AI at $4 billion, twice its previous valuation in a year.
Japanese tech giant SoftBank is investing over $100 billion in the U.S. Here's whySoftBank plans to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects, aiming to enhance AI infrastructure and create 100,000 jobs over the next four years.
Softbank CEO announces a $100 billion investment into the US | TechCrunchSoftbank to invest $100 billion in the US, creating 100,000 jobs.
Trump announces SoftBank plans to invest $100bn in US projectsTrump announces a $100bn investment by SoftBank aimed at job creation, signaling confidence in the U.S. economy.
Softbank CEO Announces $100 Billion Investment in U.S. | EntrepreneurSoftBank plans a $100 billion investment in the U.S. to boost job creation specifically in AI sectors.
Softbank could soon buy Renee James' Ampere chip company for about $6.5B | TechCrunchAmpere is on the verge of selling to Softbank for approximately $6.5 billion amid concerns over its ownership and control dynamics.
India Set to Become Global Leader In AI and Chip Design, Says SoftBank Founder Masayoshi SonMasayoshi Son envisions India becoming a leader in AI and semiconductor design, targeting 1 million chip designers and significant investment in AI infrastructure.
Nvidia's Jensen Huang says Softbank's Masayoshi Son once offered to help him buy NvidiaJensen Huang revealed regret for not accepting Masayoshi Son's offer to buy Nvidia, as the company now leads the AI revolution.
Masayoshi Son is the $100 billion gambler who went from dirt track to tech titan - and he isn't done betting yetMasayoshi Son exemplifies bold risk-taking in technology shaping modern society.
8 Lessons from the Career of Softbank's Masayoshi SonMasayoshi Son's career offers critical lessons for leaders, such as turning adversity into advantage and focusing on future opportunities.
SoftBank's Masayoshi Son has been planning his comeback | TechCrunchMasayoshi Son is strategizing a comeback with a focus on AI and chip design following past investment failures.
Masayoshi Son Bet Billions on the iPhone-3 Years Before It ExistedMasayoshi Son's collaboration with Steve Jobs transformed the global reach of the iPhone and reshaped consumer technology.
India Set to Become Global Leader In AI and Chip Design, Says SoftBank Founder Masayoshi SonMasayoshi Son envisions India becoming a leader in AI and semiconductor design, targeting 1 million chip designers and significant investment in AI infrastructure.
Nvidia's Jensen Huang says Softbank's Masayoshi Son once offered to help him buy NvidiaJensen Huang revealed regret for not accepting Masayoshi Son's offer to buy Nvidia, as the company now leads the AI revolution.
Masayoshi Son is the $100 billion gambler who went from dirt track to tech titan - and he isn't done betting yetMasayoshi Son exemplifies bold risk-taking in technology shaping modern society.
8 Lessons from the Career of Softbank's Masayoshi SonMasayoshi Son's career offers critical lessons for leaders, such as turning adversity into advantage and focusing on future opportunities.
SoftBank's Masayoshi Son has been planning his comeback | TechCrunchMasayoshi Son is strategizing a comeback with a focus on AI and chip design following past investment failures.
Masayoshi Son Bet Billions on the iPhone-3 Years Before It ExistedMasayoshi Son's collaboration with Steve Jobs transformed the global reach of the iPhone and reshaped consumer technology.
SoftBank veteran hunts for profits in payments infrastructure plumbing | TechCrunchSoftBank's Akshay Naheta is pioneering efforts to revolutionize global payments with Distributed Technologies Research, bridging traditional banks and blockchain.
SoftBank snaps up troubled British AI chip developer GraphcoreSoftBank acquires British chip developer Graphcore, known for AI processors, potentially aiding its global AI push.
SoftBank veteran hunts for profits in payments infrastructure plumbing | TechCrunchSoftBank's Akshay Naheta is pioneering efforts to revolutionize global payments with Distributed Technologies Research, bridging traditional banks and blockchain.
SoftBank snaps up troubled British AI chip developer GraphcoreSoftBank acquires British chip developer Graphcore, known for AI processors, potentially aiding its global AI push.
Compass Founder Unloads More Stock Shares Boston Condos For Sale Ford RealtyCompass CEO Reffkin's stock sell-off is part of standard financial planning, following a 10b5-1 plan, leading to significant cash gains this year.
Paytm sells PayPay stake to SoftBank for $279.2 million | TechCrunchPaytm sells stake in PayPay to SoftBank for $279.2 million, aiming to recover market share and enhance cash reserves.
SoftBank is Nvidia's first Blackwell chips customer. Here's what they're going to be used for.SoftBank is partnering with Nvidia to create Japan's most powerful supercomputer using Blackwell chips to bolster AI development.
NVIDIA and SoftBank Launch World's First AI and 5G Telecom NetworkNVIDIA and SoftBank have piloted the world's first AI and 5G integrated telecom network, enhancing efficiency and capabilities for advanced applications.
Nvidia, SoftBank claim AI, 5G telecom pilot first | Computer WeeklyNvidia and SoftBank have collaborated to combine AI capabilities with 5G technology, potentially revolutionizing the telecommunications sector in Japan.
Red Hat and SoftBank enhance wireless network orchestration | Computer WeeklySoftBank collaborates with Red Hat to enhance AI integration in radio access networks for improved efficiency and performance. Collaboration aims to support future 5G and 6G applications.
SoftBank is Nvidia's first Blackwell chips customer. Here's what they're going to be used for.SoftBank is partnering with Nvidia to create Japan's most powerful supercomputer using Blackwell chips to bolster AI development.
NVIDIA and SoftBank Launch World's First AI and 5G Telecom NetworkNVIDIA and SoftBank have piloted the world's first AI and 5G integrated telecom network, enhancing efficiency and capabilities for advanced applications.
Nvidia, SoftBank claim AI, 5G telecom pilot first | Computer WeeklyNvidia and SoftBank have collaborated to combine AI capabilities with 5G technology, potentially revolutionizing the telecommunications sector in Japan.
Red Hat and SoftBank enhance wireless network orchestration | Computer WeeklySoftBank collaborates with Red Hat to enhance AI integration in radio access networks for improved efficiency and performance. Collaboration aims to support future 5G and 6G applications.
First Nvidia Blackwell AI chips ship to SoftBankSoftBank will first utilize Nvidia's Blackwell chips to develop Japan's most powerful supercomputer for generative AI.
SoftBank Vision Fund co-CEO Misra to exit | TechCrunchRajeev Misra is stepping down from leadership roles at SoftBank, signaling a change in the company's investment strategy and leadership.
Jellysmack is laying off staff as it scales back its creator programJellysmack is reorganizing and reducing staff to focus on its core content business and intellectual property post-funding challenges.
Japanese orgs now paying salary direct into e-walletsSoftBank's subsidiaries are pioneering digital salary payments via PayPay, transforming traditional wage disbursement methods in Japan.
New Motorola Razr 50s is launching on SoftBank this FridayThe Moto Razr 50s is a local variant of the Razr 50, launching in Japan, with high-end specs including a robust camera system.
Oyo valuation crashes over 75% in new funding | TechCrunchOyo's valuation dropped from $10 billion to $2.4 billion in a new funding round, reflecting its challenging financial situation.
Self Driving Startup Wayve Gets $1B InvestmentSoftBank leads $1B investment in UK's Wayve, Europe's largest AI funding; advances self-driving tech with embodied AI, reducing costs and enhancing deployment speed.
Once Alibaba's main investor, SoftBank sheds remaining stakeSoftBank sells its stake in Alibaba, shifting focus to AI-centric investments and emerging technologies such as Arm's AI chips.
Semiconductor giant Arm to launch AI chips next year, report saysArm, a major player in the chip market, is expanding into AI chip development to align with SoftBank's AI ambitions.
SoftBank will reportedly invest nearly $1 billion in AI push, tapping Nvidia's chipsSoftBank investing $960 million in developing a Japanese-language-specific generative artificial intelligence model with Nvidia's GPUs.
Backed by Deutsche Telekom and SoftBank, DTCP raises $450 million for its growth and early stage funds | TechCrunchDTCP completed funding for growth and early-stage funds, aiming to invest $450 million primarily in enterprise and mobility startups.
SoftBank CEO: AI 10x Smarter Than Humans Will Be Here Soon | EntrepreneurSoftBank CEO predicts development of artificial superintelligence (ASI) in the near future.
SoftBank ties up with Perplexity | TechCrunchPerplexity partners with SoftBank, offering free premium tier to expand user base and data touchpoints.