SoftBank plans $40 Billion AI Investment,Anticipating ’Superintelligence‘
TOKYO – softbank Group Corp. intends to invest $40 billion in artificial intelligence ventures, including a commitment of $22.5 billion by the close of 2025, founder Masayoshi son announced. The massive funding initiative reflects SoftBank’s conviction that the emergence of artificial general intelligence (AGI) – often referred to as “superintelligence” – is imminent and poised to dramatically reshape the global economy.
Son believes AGI will ultimately contribute at least 10% to worldwide GDP growth, making it a pivotal technological shift. This investment signals a meaningful escalation in softbank’s focus on AI,positioning the company to capitalize on what it views as a transformative possibility. The move comes as other technology leaders reassess their views on the potential risks and rewards of rapidly advancing AI capabilities.
The investment strategy is based on the expectation that AGI will fundamentally alter industries and create unprecedented economic value. SoftBank’s commitment underscores a growing belief within the tech sector that AI is not merely an incremental enhancement, but a paradigm shift with far-reaching consequences.
