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SoftBank’s $50B data centre group slows IPO plans as investors balk at valuation

SoftBank’s $50B data centre group slows IPO plans as investors balk at valuation

SoftBank's IPO delay highlights investor skepticism, underscoring the challenges of high valuations and dependency on key clients in tech. The post SoftBank’s $50B data centre group slows IPO plans as investors balk at valuation appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 22, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank seeks over $11B in junk bond deal to fund OpenAI investment

SoftBank seeks over $11B in junk bond deal to fund OpenAI investment

SoftBank's massive bond issuance for OpenAI investment underscores its high-stakes bet on AI, highlighting potential financial risks and rewards. The post SoftBank seeks over $11B in junk bond deal to fund OpenAI investment appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Sep 21, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank shares tumble 13% as AI leaders call for safety slowdown

SoftBank shares tumble 13% as AI leaders call for safety slowdown

SoftBank's reliance on AI IPOs highlights the risks of concentrated tech investments, as safety concerns delay returns and impact market sentiment. The post SoftBank shares tumble 13% as AI leaders call for safety slowdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 14, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank secures $12B loan for OpenAI investment

SoftBank secures $12B loan for OpenAI investment

SoftBank's aggressive AI investments could reshape tech landscapes but risk financial instability if OpenAI's valuation falters. The post SoftBank secures $12B loan for OpenAI investment appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Sep 14, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank to meet investors in New York for potential junk-bond sale worth up to $20 billion

SoftBank to meet investors in New York for potential junk-bond sale worth up to $20 billion

SoftBank's potential junk-bond sale could significantly impact high-yield markets, testing investor confidence in AI-driven strategies. The post SoftBank to meet investors in New York for potential junk-bond sale worth up to $20 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 8, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank acquires DigitalBridge for $4B as CEO warns of dot-com bubble echoes

SoftBank acquires DigitalBridge for $4B as CEO warns of dot-com bubble echoes

The acquisition highlights potential risks in AI infrastructure investments, echoing past market bubbles, and may influence future financial strategies. The post SoftBank acquires DigitalBridge for $4B as CEO warns of dot-com bubble echoes appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Sep 3, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank offers $5.5B in stock warrants to lock OpenAI into its data center empire

SoftBank offers $5.5B in stock warrants to lock OpenAI into its data center empire

SoftBank's strategic alignment with OpenAI through stock warrants could reshape AI infrastructure dynamics, influencing future tech investments. The post SoftBank offers $5.5B in stock warrants to lock OpenAI into its data center empire appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Aug 31, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank seeks $10B loan to refinance OpenAI investment as lenders question AI valuations

SoftBank seeks $10B loan to refinance OpenAI investment as lenders question AI valuations

SoftBank's refinancing efforts highlight the challenges and risks of leveraging illiquid AI investments amid uncertain market valuations. The post SoftBank seeks $10B loan to refinance OpenAI investment as lenders question AI valuations appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Aug 28, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank eyes majority stake in OpenAI-backed 1X at $6 billion valuation

SoftBank eyes majority stake in OpenAI-backed 1X at $6 billion valuation

SoftBank has entered talks to acquire a majority stake in OpenAI-backed humanoid robot developer 1X Technologies in a deal that could value the startup at about $6 billion. The Information reported on Aug. 26, citing people familiar with the discussions,…

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Aug 27, 2026 · byCrypto.news

SoftBank plans record ¥1T bond sale to fund OpenAI investments

SoftBank plans record ¥1T bond sale to fund OpenAI investments

SoftBank's massive bond sale to fund OpenAI investments highlights its aggressive strategy, potentially reshaping AI industry dynamics and investor confidence. The post SoftBank plans record ¥1T bond sale to fund OpenAI investments appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Aug 24, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son holds 67% of US stock portfolio in Intel, didn’t buy a single share last quarter

SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son holds 67% of US stock portfolio in Intel, didn’t buy a single share last quarter

SoftBank's heavy Intel investment highlights potential market volatility and strategic risks tied to concentrated portfolio management. The post SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son holds 67% of US stock portfolio in Intel, didn’t buy a single share last quarter appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 20, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Yossi Cohen appointed strategic advisor at SoftBank as fund pivots toward AI

Yossi Cohen appointed strategic advisor at SoftBank as fund pivots toward AI

Cohen's appointment signals SoftBank's intensified focus on AI, potentially reshaping global tech investment landscapes and innovation strategies. The post Yossi Cohen appointed strategic advisor at SoftBank as fund pivots toward AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 19, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank invests $200M in Gravis Robotics for autonomous construction software

SoftBank invests $200M in Gravis Robotics for autonomous construction software

SoftBank's investment in Gravis Robotics could accelerate the adoption of AI in construction, enhancing efficiency and safety industry-wide. The post SoftBank invests $200M in Gravis Robotics for autonomous construction software appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 17, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank Group slashes TSMC stake by 71%, continuing its semiconductor portfolio shakeup

SoftBank Group slashes TSMC stake by 71%, continuing its semiconductor portfolio shakeup

SoftBank's strategic divestment signals a shift in investment focus, potentially influencing semiconductor market dynamics and investor sentiment. The post SoftBank Group slashes TSMC stake by 71%, continuing its semiconductor portfolio shakeup appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 14, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

KOSPI, Nikkei Reverse Gains as SoftBank, SK Hynix Both Drop

KOSPI, Nikkei Reverse Gains as SoftBank, SK Hynix Both Drop

KOSPI and Nikkei 225 reversed early gains as SoftBank, SK Hynix, and Kioxia slid in a broader memory chip selloff. The post KOSPI, Nikkei Reverse Gains as SoftBank, SK Hynix Both Drop appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Aug 7, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

SoftBank secures OpenAI-backed margin loan from major banks

SoftBank secures OpenAI-backed margin loan from major banks

SoftBank's $10B loan highlights growing reliance on AI asset valuations, posing risks if AI momentum falters before key loans mature. The post SoftBank secures OpenAI-backed margin loan from major banks appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Aug 6, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank earnings exceed expectations, driven by massive Intel investment gain

SoftBank earnings exceed expectations, driven by massive Intel investment gain

SoftBank's Intel gain highlights the volatility and unpredictability of tech investments, underscoring the need for diversified portfolios. The post SoftBank earnings exceed expectations, driven by massive Intel investment gain appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 6, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Investors Send SoftBank Stock 4.4% Lower Even as Profit Beats Estimates

Investors Send SoftBank Stock 4.4% Lower Even as Profit Beats Estimates

SoftBank Group (9984.T) stock fell 4.41% on Thursday even after its quarterly profit beat forecasts. A 1.33 trillion yen gain on its Intel stake could not ease investor worries. The stock closed at 5,695 yen in Tokyo, down 263 yen from the prior session. Net income reached 347.3 billion yen, roughly triple the 120.23 billion The post Investors Send SoftBank Stock 4.4% Lower Even as Profit Beats Estimates appeared first on BeInCrypto .

Aug 6, 2026 · byBeInCrypto

SoftBank’s AI funding plans face scrutiny at earnings report

SoftBank’s AI funding plans face scrutiny at earnings report

SoftBank's AI investments face heightened scrutiny, potentially impacting its financial stability and influencing broader AI market valuations. The post SoftBank’s AI funding plans face scrutiny at earnings report appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 4, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank, Hitachi, LG back Zenity’s $125M funding round for AI agent security

SoftBank, Hitachi, LG back Zenity’s $125M funding round for AI agent security

Zenity's funding boost highlights the growing demand for robust AI security solutions as enterprises increasingly rely on autonomous systems. The post SoftBank, Hitachi, LG back Zenity’s $125M funding round for AI agent security appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Aug 3, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank, PayPay, and SMFG pour $1.9B into Seven & i Holdings to overhaul payments infrastructure

SoftBank, PayPay, and SMFG pour $1.9B into Seven & i Holdings to overhaul payments infrastructure

This investment could accelerate Japan's fintech evolution, enhancing digital payment systems and potentially reshaping consumer spending habits. The post SoftBank, PayPay, and SMFG pour $1.9B into Seven & i Holdings to overhaul payments infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 31, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank advances as preferred bidder for SP.LINKS acquisition in $625M payments deal

SoftBank advances as preferred bidder for SP.LINKS acquisition in $625M payments deal

SoftBank's potential acquisition of SP.LINKS could strengthen its market position in Japan's digital payments sector, enhancing competitiveness. The post SoftBank advances as preferred bidder for SP.LINKS acquisition in $625M payments deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 27, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank secures $40B bridge loan for OpenAI investment with 21 lenders

SoftBank secures $40B bridge loan for OpenAI investment with 21 lenders

SoftBank's massive bridge loan for OpenAI highlights escalating investment risks and potential shifts in tech funding dynamics globally. The post SoftBank secures $40B bridge loan for OpenAI investment with 21 lenders appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Jul 27, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

SoftBank eyes acquisition of Gravis Robotics in latest AI-powered push into physical automation

SoftBank eyes acquisition of Gravis Robotics in latest AI-powered push into physical automation

SoftBank is in early talks to acquire Gravis Robotics, adding AI-driven construction autonomy to its portfolio after a $5.4 billion ABB robotics The post SoftBank eyes acquisition of Gravis Robotics in latest AI-powered push into physical automation appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jul 24, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing