Enhancing Global Scientific Computing
SoftBank to Invest €75 Billion in French AI Data Centers
The project will deliver 5 GW of high-performance compute capacity for research and cloud providers.
A digital rendering of a large, modern AI data center building located in a green landscape under a bright sky, representing SoftBank's investment in France.
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SoftBank Group announced a major €75 billion investment to develop AI data center capacity in France [1]. The project aims to build five gigawatts of high-performance compute clusters to support the growth of artificial intelligence [1]. These facilities will serve research organizations, cloud providers, and the global scientific community [1].
The initiative represents a significant expansion of SoftBank's infrastructure footprint in Europe [1]. It focuses on providing the necessary power for advanced AI research and development [1]. Officials stated the investment will strengthen France's position as a hub for international technological innovation [1].
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