StocksMedium•26 October 2026•
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SoftBank Weighs $50 Billion AI and Data Center Investment in Malaysia
Key Facts
1SoftBank Group is considering a $50 billion investment in Malaysia's AI and data center sector.
2The proposed investment represents about 10% of Malaysia's GDP and would increase total data center investments by over 50%.
SoftBank Group Corp. is considering a $50 billion investment in Malaysia's artificial intelligence and data center sector. Fortune reported that the proposed plan represents approximately 10% of Malaysia's GDP and is expected to increase total data center investments in the country by more than 50%.
The initiative aims to capitalize on Malaysia's emerging status as a regional hub for AI infrastructure, following $94 billion in similar investments recorded since 2021. Regarding market performance, SFTBY closed at $13.27 on October 23, 2026.