SoftBank plans $50bn AI investment in Malaysia, PM says
SoftBank Group is discussing a potential $50 billion investment in Malaysia focused on artificial intelligence and data centers. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he discussed the plan with SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, as the company expands its AI infrastructure strategy beyond the U.S. and Europe.
SoftBank Group is considering a $50 billion investment in Malaysia centered on artificial intelligence infrastructure and data centers, according to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said he discussed the potential investment during a video call with SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son.
The proposal is part of SoftBank’s broader expansion of AI infrastructure in Asia, following investments in the United States and Europe. The article does not identify a specific Malaysian city, site, or finalized development timetable.