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SoftBank Eyes Massive $100 Billion IPO for New AI and Robotics Giant

SoftBank Eyes Massive $100 Billion IPO for New AI and Robotics Giant
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SoftBank Group is reportedly planning to launch a standalone AI and robotics company called "Roze" with a target valuation of $100 billion. Led by Masayoshi Son, the new entity aims to build advanced data centers and utilize robotics to streamline AI infrastructure construction, potentially launching an IPO in the U.S. as early as this year. The spinout would consolidate SoftBank's energy and infrastructure assets, including the recently acquired ABB Robotics, to help fund Son's massive $30 billion-plus commitments to the AI sector. However, internal concerns remain regarding the ambitious timeline and geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East.

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