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Report 05 Jun 2026

Expert View: The SoftBank Deal Boosts France’s AI Ambitions

SoftBank’s planned €75 billion investment in AI data centers could significantly strengthen France’s position as one of the EU’s leading AI hubs. The project aims to develop 5 GW of capacity by 2031, creating Europe’s largest AI data center network and supporting France’s goals of digital sovereignty and industrial competitiveness. Expected benefits include high-value job creation, stronger AI research and training ecosystems, and greater domestic AI infrastructure capacity. This Expert View highlights the benefits of this investment for France and points to why it also serves as a warning that the EU must accelerate AI investment and coordination to remain globally competitive.

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