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SoftBank's data center unit gave OpenAI $5.5 billion in stock warrants to lock in leases
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SoftBank's data center unit gave OpenAI $5.5 billion in stock warrants to lock in leases

SoftBank's data center unit, SB Energy, issued a $5.5 billion stock warrant package to OpenAI through its IPO filings, according to draft documents. The value of these warrants increased significantly from $3.6 billion at the time of issuance in January to $5.5 billion by the end of June. This suggests a substantial financial commitment from SoftBank to secure long-term leases for OpenAI’s operations. The move highlights the growing collaboration between major tech firms and investment entities in the data infrastructure space.

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SoftBank's data center unit gave OpenAI $5.5 billion in stock warrants to lock in leases

SoftBank's data center unit, SB Energy, issued a $5.5 billion stock warrant package to OpenAI through its IPO filings, according to draft documents. The value of these warrants increased significantly from $3.6 billion at the time of issuance in January to $5.5 billion by the end of June. This suggests a substantial financial commitment from SoftBank to secure long-term leases for OpenAI’s operations. The move highlights the growing collaboration between major tech firms and investment entities in the data infrastructure space.

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