SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son has announced a massive $100 billion investment into U.S. technology projects over the next four years. The investment is expected to create 100,000 jobs and will focus heavily on advancing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and supporting critical infrastructure.
The announcement, made alongside President-elect Donald Trump, highlights SoftBank’s confidence in the U.S. economy and its commitment to driving innovation in AI, a field Son believes will be transformative across industries. The $100 billion investment will be funded through SoftBank’s Vision Fund and other company-controlled entities, such as Arm Holdings, a leading chip design firm.
This move follows Son’s previous commitment of $50 billion in 2016, which was aimed at creating 50,000 jobs. While that investment led to significant growth in various tech sectors, the exact job creation figures remain unclear.
President-elect Trump praised the new investment as a major endorsement of America’s economic future. He noted plans to expedite federal approvals for large-scale investments like SoftBank’s, with the goal of stimulating economic growth, job creation, and technological leadership.
Masayoshi Son’s latest announcement aligns with Trump’s focus on bringing jobs back to the U.S. and positioning the country as a global leader in cutting-edge technology. The $100 billion investment is expected to have a far-reaching impact on the U.S. tech industry, particularly as demand for AI-driven solutions continues to grow.
While some of SoftBank’s past ventures have faced scrutiny, this bold financial commitment underscores the company’s determination to push forward in AI innovation, creating opportunities and solidifying its role as a major global investor in technology.