SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son Announces $200 Billion U.S. AI Investment Following Trump’s Encouragement at White House Event

SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son highlighted the company's substantial investment in U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure during a White House event. Son described the project as the largest AI infrastructure initiative, emphasizing the United States as the center of innovation. He detailed SoftBank's financial commitments, noting that the company initially pledged $50 billion but ultimately committed $200 billion to U.S. investments after encouragement from former President Donald Trump. Son recalled that during a previous administration, SoftBank delivered $70 billion over four years, and this time, Trump urged him to increase the commitment beyond $100 billion, leading to the $200 billion total. The event included other corporate leaders, such as executives from North American Toyota, who also promoted investment in the U.S. economy. The meeting underscored ongoing efforts to attract and expand foreign investment in American technology sectors.