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SoftBank Invests 75B Euros in French AI Data Centers
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- May 30, 2026
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SoftBank is pouring seventy-five billion euros into building massive AI-powered data centers across France, targeting five gigawatts of capacity by 2031—with the first sites launching in Hauts-de-France. This isn’t just infrastructure—it’s a strategic bet on Europe’s AI future, endorsed by French officials as proof of Macron’s tech vision. SoftBank is positioning itself as a heavyweight in AI hardware, not just software, signaling a decade-long commitment to reshaping the continent’s digital landscape. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d87bbb85d4ffbdaa