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Sunday, May 31, 2026

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SoftBank Group will invest up to €75 billion to build 5 GW of AI data center capacity in France, starting with a €45 billion first phase delivering 3.1 GW in Hauts-de-France by 2031. ([group.softbank](https://group.softbank/en/news/press/20260531_0))

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SoftBank commits €75bn to 5GW AI data centers in France

SoftBank Group announced on May 31, 2026 that it will develop and operate 5 GW of AI data center capacity in France, investing up to €75 billion across multiple sites including Dunkirk, Bosquel and Bouchain. The first phase commits €45 billion to deliver 3.1 GW of AI data center capacity in the Hauts‑de‑France region by 2031, in partnership with EDF and Schneider Electric. ([group.softbank](https://group.softbank/en/news/press/20260531_0))

May 31, 2026

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