SoftBank, AI and The Information

SoftBank in talks to borrow $16 billion to fund AI, The Information reports
SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son plans to borrow $16 billion to invest in AI, the company's executives told banks last week, The Information tech news website reported on Saturday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Softbank pursues US$16b to fund AI: The Information
SoftBank Group plans to borrow US$16 billion ($25.8 billion) to invest in artificial intelligence, the company's executives told banks last week, according to sources cited by The Information.
SoftBank Group CEO in talks to borrow $16 billion to invest in AI: Report
SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son plans to borrow $16 billion to invest in AI, the company's executives told banks last week, The Information tech news website reported on Saturday, citing people familiar with the matter. The Japanese technology investor might borrow another $8 billion in early 2026, the report added.
SoftBank's Ambitious AI Investment Plans Unveiled
SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son is planning significant financial maneuvers with $16 billion borrowed for AI investments. The group may borrow an additional $8 billion by 2026. This move includes substantial stakes in Stargate and OpenAI,
SoftBank Considers Borrowing $16 Billion to Fund AI
This would be on top of the $15 billion SoftBank has already committed to Stargate. SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son plans to borrow $16 billion to invest in AI, the company’s executives told banks last week,
SoftBank Group plans to borrow $16B to invest in AI, Reuters says
Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son plans to borrow $16B to invest in AI, Reuters reports. Additionally, the company might borrow another $8B in early
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SoftBank in talks to borrow $16 billion to fund AI: Report
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SoftBank in talks to borrow $16bn to fund AI, The Information reports
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