SoftBank, OpenAI to build AI data centre in Japan, Nikkei reports

(Reuters) -SoftBank plans to transform a former Sharp LCD panel plant in
The Japanese telecom giant intends to purchase the facility and part of the land at Sharp's closed TV LCD factory in
The centre is expected to start operations in 2026 and will be one of the largest in
The partnership aims to commercialize OpenAI's AI agent model in
The investment is expected to be significant, potentially approaching
Softbank and OpenAI did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
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(Reporting by Kumar Tanishk in Bengaluru; Editing by
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