SoftBank to invest in network infrastructure and AI data centers in Tokyo
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SoftBank plans to invest in base stations, network equipment, AI computing infrastructure and AI data centers at its headquarters location in Minato, Tokyo. The planned investment totals ¥575.0 billion, with work scheduled from April 2026 through March 2027.
J-POWER has decided to develop and operate its first data center, the Kaminokuni Data Center project, in Kaminokuni, Hokkaido. The facility will use GPU-equipped servers, cooling systems and 40-foot containers to sell computing capacity for generative AI development and simulations, with service launch planned for summer 2027.
NTT West will build a next-generation AI-ready data center in Fukuoka, one of two announced together with a second site, to meet rising demand for AI infrastructure and to strengthen connections with overseas networks. No investment amount, capacity or completion date was disclosed.
NTT West will build a next-generation AI-ready data center in Osaka, one of two announced together with a second site, to meet rising demand for AI infrastructure and to strengthen connections with overseas networks. No investment amount, capacity or completion date was disclosed.
AGS is expanding floor space at its Saitama Center data center in Saitama, Japan. The disclosure reports media coverage of the expansion but does not state the investment amount, added capacity, contractor, or schedule.
Data Section Inc. plans to invest JPY 97 billion in data center facilities and equipment in Australia. Construction is scheduled to start in March 2026 and be completed in August 2026, funded by cash on hand and borrowings.