SoftBank is collaborating with NVIDIA to build Japan's most powerful AI supercomputer using the NVIDIA Blackwell platform, which will support various sovereign AI initiatives. This partnership aims to position Japan as a leader in AI technology and open billions in revenue opportunities for telecommunications globally. SoftBank has initiated the world's first AI-powered 5G network, using NVIDIA's AI Aerial platform, transforming telecom networks into AI revenue-generating assets.

Additionally, SoftBank plans to create an AI marketplace with NVIDIA AI Enterprise to meet Japan's local and secure AI computing needs. NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang highlighted Japan's history of technological leadership, praising SoftBank's investment in AI and 5G as stepping stones to global leadership across telecommunications, transportation, robotics, and healthcare. In parallel, SoftBank is set to be the first recipient of NVIDIA's DGX B200 systems to construct a DGX SuperPOD supercomputer for AI development throughout Japan. SoftBank's AI-RAN technology integrates AI and 5G networks, allowing telecom operators to monetize additional network capacity. A successful outdoor trial in Kanagawa prefecture demonstrated that AI inference workloads could run alongside 5G functions using excess network capacity, projecting significant potential revenue for telecom operators. SoftBank also plans to use NVIDIA Aerial RAN systems, aiming for a 40% reduction in power usage compared to traditional infrastructure. Finally, a forward-looking statement included in the announcement notes potential risks and uncertainties with these advancements, alongside acknowledgments of various trademarks and rights related to NVIDIA products. This collaboration continues to push Japan toward AI innovation while paving new business opportunities within telecommunications.