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SoftBank to build $677m AI data center in former Sharp factory
SoftBank plans to transform a former Sharp LCD panel factory in Osaka, Japan, into a data center to support AI initiatives, as reported by the Nikkei.
The project will involve an estimated investment of $677.05 million for acquisition and development, with operations expected to begin in 2026.
The data center will feature a power capacity of 150 megawatts, positioning it among the largest facilities of its kind in Japan.
This initiative aims to localize and commercialize AI agent models developed by OpenAI, focusing on training these models on proprietary data from client companies for customized applications.
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