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אתר בלומברג חושף כי חברת השבבים האמריקאית גיששה לגבי עסקת השקעה מצד אפל, לקוחת-עבר של אינטל ● שתי החברות בחנו דרכי שיתוף-פעולה ביניהן, אך לפי המקור ששוחח עם בלומברג, ככל הנראה המו"מ לא יוביל להסכם
Intel, the American chipmaker, is exploring a potential investment deal with Apple, a former client, as revealed by Bloomberg. This follows significant investments from SoftBank, Nvidia, and the U.S. Government, aimed at alleviating Intels cash flow issues as it builds new manufacturing plants. Despite the exploratory talks with Apple, no agreement is expected. Intels stock rose by 6% following the news, with a further 2% increase after trading. Nvidia recently invested $5 billion for a 4% stake, valuing Intel at $125 billion, while the U.S. Government invested $8.9 billion for a 10% stake, valuing the company at $112 billion. The partnership with Nvidia focuses on developing CPUs for AI servers and integrated graphics processors.
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בנק ההשקעות סופטבנק עשה כמה טעויות בשנים האחרונות. הוא הפסיד 14 מיליארד דולר בקריסת WeWork, ופספס בגדול כשמכר מניות אנבידיה מוקדם מידי ● אבל בשנה האחרונה הוא פתח מבערים ורכש מניות כמעט בכל פינה בשוק השבבים. המרוויחה האחרונה היא אינטל
SoftBank announced a $2 billion investment in Intel, acquiring 2% of its shares. This announcement came shortly after reports that the U.S. government plans to purchase 10% of Intel using grants, valued at nearly $11 billion. These developments led to an 11% surge in Intels stock. SoftBanks investment is part of a broader strategy to expand its presence in the chip and AI markets, following previous investments in companies like ARM and OpenAI. The investment is seen as a strategic move to support Intel, which has been struggling against competitors like TSMC and Nvidia. The involvement of major investors like SoftBank and the U.S. government is expected to provide stability and confidence to Intels future prospects.
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המדור של גלובס מציג מדי שבוע את כל החדשות המעניינות בענף ההייטק • והפעם: אנבידיה חוזרת לייצר שבבים לסין ● סופטבנק חוזרת להשקיע בישראל ● קרן החוב מגייסת כמעט 700 מיליון דולר, בגיבוי טייקון ההון סיכון ● הסטארט-אפ הישראלי שמושך אנג'לים מוויז, גוגל וקראודסטרייק ● חדשות ההייטק
SoftBank has made a direct investment in the Israeli quantum computing company Classiq, marking its return to the Israeli market. The investment, led by SoftBanks Vision Fund 2, is part of a $110 million Series C round, with an additional $20-30 million expansion, valuing Classiq at approximately $400 million. Other investors include IN Venture, NTT, and Italys CDP. This investment comes at a sensitive time due to geopolitical tensions, but it underscores the strategic importance of quantum computing. Classiq, known for its operating system for quantum computers, has partnerships with major Japanese corporations like Mitsubishi and Deloitte Japan.
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ענקית ההשקעות היפנית סופטבנק מקווה לגייס למהלך את יצרנית השבבים הטייוואנית TSMC שמחזיקה מפעל בעיר פיניקס ■ סופטבנק מעורבת במיזם סטארגייט, יחד עם אורקל ו-OpenAI, ולדברי מקורות המעורים בתוכניותיה שואפת ליישם מודל מימון דומה בפרויקט החדש
SoftBank, a Japanese investment giant, plans to establish a massive complex in Arizona, USA, focusing on artificial intelligence and robotics. This initiative involves a trillion-dollar investment in collaboration with Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturer TSMC. The complex aims to accelerate advanced technology production in the US, similar to a hub in Shenzhen, China. Following this announcement, SoftBanks stock rose by 2.7% at the close of trading in Tokyo.
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As global trade evolves, there's an increasing demand for diverse cross-border payment options. That's why an Irish-based fintech startup called NomuPay
Nomupay, an Irish-based fintech startup, has raised $40 million in a Series C funding round led by SB Payment Service, a subsidiary of SoftBank Corp, valuing the company at $290 million. The funding will be used to expand Nomupays reach in Asia and beyond, as well as to pursue acquisitions. The company plans to enhance its platform by adding Japanese alternative payment methods and SBPS cards, aiming to simplify cross-border payments for merchants. Nomupay has acquired Total Processing, a Manchester-based startup, to bolster its payment processing capabilities. The company serves over 2,000 merchants globally and expects significant growth in revenue and profitability within the next year.
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The Sderot-based company has developed an innovative cooling technology that dramatically cuts energy costs for data centers.
ZutaCore, a startup founded by Erez Freibach and Nahshon Eadelson, has developed a waterless liquid cooling solution for AI servers, addressing the overheating issues faced by tech giants like Intel, Nvidia, and SoftBank. The company has announced a new partnership with SoftBank, which has selected ZutaCore as the main supplier of cooling systems for its AI servers. This partnership is part of SoftBanks efforts to improve its image and invest in the AI processing sector. ZutaCores technology uses a synthetic fluid that does not conduct electricity, making it a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional water cooling systems. The company has raised $30 million in a recent investment round led by Carrier, with participation from ZIM and other investors.
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SoftBank leads the historic investment despite growing competition from China.
OpenAI is nearing the completion of a historic $40 billion funding round led by SoftBank, which will value the company at $300 billion. This investment is the largest ever for a private company and indicates strong confidence in OpenAIs strategy and leadership. Despite competition from Chinas DeepSeek, which has developed comparable AI models at lower costs, investors believe OpenAI can maintain its leadership in the AI industry. The funding will be used to support OpenAIs continued development of advanced AI systems and its strategic partnership with Microsoft. OpenAI does not expect to become cash flow positive until 2029, but forecasts significant revenue growth in the coming years.
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A well-timed bet on the Israeli cybersecurity firm delivers a massive return for SoftBank.
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With a $500 billion investment led by OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle, the US is doubling down on AI innovation.
Project Stargate is a new company formed by OpenAI, SoftBank, Oracle, and other partners, aiming to invest up to $500 billion in the U.S. over four years to build AI infrastructure. This initiative, announced by Donald Trump, is set to create hundreds of thousands of jobs and bolster U.S. leadership in AI development. The project will focus on building data centers and infrastructure necessary for breakthroughs in AI, including artificial general intelligence (AGI). The initial investment is $100 billion, with OpenAI and SoftBank investing $19 billion each, and Oracle and MGX contributing $7 billion each. The project aligns with Trumps vision of American dominance in AI and includes government support through deregulation to encourage domestic R&D activities.
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