SoftBank says it will invest up to €75 billion to build French data centers
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SoftBank plans to invest up to €75 billion in France to develop and operate additional data center capacity of up to 5 gigawatts. This investment aims to enhance the country's data infrastructure and meet growing demand for digital services.
Key Points
- Investment of up to €75 billion focused on French data centers.
- Targeting the development of 5 gigawatts of additional capacity.
- Aims to strengthen France's digital infrastructure significantly.
- Responds to increasing demand for data services in Europe.
- Part of SoftBank's broader strategy to expand its global footprint.
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From source RSS / original summaryThe goal, the firm said, is to develop and operate up to 5 gigawatts of additional data center capacity.
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