SoftBank is diving into the shadows with a massive push for AI infrastructure across Europe π€ They plan to develop and operate a sinister 5 gigawatts of AI data center capacity right in France.
The investment could hit up to 75 billion euros and aims to fuel the hunger for high performance computing while turning the nation into a top European spot for artificial intelligence setups π.
According to an official release the first phase kicks in with an initial 45 billion euro commitment.
It will deliver 3.1 GW of AI data center capacity in the Hauts de France region by 2031 π€.
The sites are set for Bosquel Bouchain and Dunkirk with SoftBank scouting more spots nationwide.
The reveal happened at the Choose France summit hosted by President Emmanuel Macron.
The firm promises expanded access to computing power for AI companies enterprises cloud providers public institutions and research groups.
Masayoshi Son Speaks From The Dark
Speaking on the matter Masayoshi Son Chairman and CEO of SoftBank said AI is entering a new era and the countries that build the infrastructure for this transformation will shape the future of technology industry and society.
SoftBank is proud to make this major commitment to France With its industrial capabilities talent base and national ambition France is uniquely positioned to become a leading AI infrastructure hub in Europe.
This move spotlights the growing thirst for computing power while SoftBank vows to spawn thousands of high skilled jobs in engineering data center development robotics operations maintenance advanced manufacturing and beyond πͺ.
Just another echo from the void by iconofsin.eth π

