SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son plans to borrow $16 billion to invest in AI, the company's executives told banks last week, The Information tech news website reported on Saturday, citing people familiar with the matter.

SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son is planning significant financial maneuvers with $16 billion borrowed for AI investments. The group may borrow an additional $8 billion by 2026. This move includes substantial stakes in Stargate and OpenAI,

Since 2025, the global tech landscape has remained dominated by two key forces—Donald Trump and artificial intelligence (AI). Masayoshi Son, CEO of SoftBank, appears to be strategically positioned and actively maneuvering in response to these dynamics.

Roughly a dozen strategists with ties to the administration spoke to the Washington Examiner about the Trump-Musk dynamic, with opinions splitting into opposing camps.