Key Facts
• June 27, 2025: Masayoshi Son addressed SoftBank’s annual shareholder meeting.
• Son aims for SoftBank to lead the Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) field in 10 years.
• OpenAI, with $480 billion investment, is expected to IPO within a few years.
• Son believes OpenAI could become the most valuable company globally.
• Arm’s AI semiconductor adoption in cloud computing to reach 50% by year-end.
• SoftBank acquired Graphcore (UK) and Ampere Computing (US) for end-to-end AI solutions.
• The “Stargate” initiative aims to establish the largest tech hub in the US.
• Collaboration with the US government is critical for infrastructure and regulatory support.
• Son hinted at potential successors within the SoftBank Group.
Summary
SoftBank Group’s Chairman and CEO, Masayoshi Son, outlined ambitious goals during the June 27, 2025, shareholder meeting. He envisions SoftBank becoming the leading platform in Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) within a decade, with OpenAI and Arm as key drivers. OpenAI, backed by a $480 billion investment, is projected to IPO within a few years and potentially become the world’s most valuable company. Arm’s AI semiconductor adoption in cloud computing is expected to hit 50% by year-end, supported by recent acquisitions of Graphcore and Ampere Computing. The “Stargate” initiative aims to create the largest tech hub in the US, with close collaboration with the US government for infrastructure and regulatory alignment. Son also addressed leadership succession, indicating potential candidates within the group. These developments highlight SoftBank’s strategic focus on AI and its global ambitions.
