SoftBank Group will acquire DigitalBridge Group, a global alternative asset manager dedicated to investing in digital infrastructure, including data centres, cell towers, fibre networks, and edge infrastructure, for a total enterprise value of approximately US$4 B.
SoftBank Group’s mission is to realise artificial super intelligence (ASI) for the advancement of humanity. According to SoftBank, achieving the vision requires breakthroughs not only in AI models, but also in the platform infrastructure needed to train, deploy, and serve them at global scale. The planned acquisition of DigitalBridge will strengthen SoftBank Group’s ability to build, scale, and finance the foundational infrastructure needed for next-generation AI services and applications.
“As AI transforms industries worldwide, we need more compute, connectivity, power, and scalable infrastructure,” said Masayoshi Son, Chairman and CEO of SoftBank Group Corporation.
“DigitalBridge is a leader in digital infrastructure, and this acquisition will strengthen the foundation for next-generation AI data centres, advance our vision to become a leading ASI platform provider, and help unlock breakthroughs that move humanity forward.”
“The buildout of AI infrastructure represents one of the most significant investment opportunities of our generation,” said Marc Ganzi, CEO, DigitalBridge.
“SoftBank shares our DNA as builders and long-term investors committed to scaling transformational digital infrastructure. Their vision, capital strength, and global network will allow us to accelerate our mission with greater flexibility, invest with a longer-term horizon on behalf of our investors, and better serve the world’s leading technology companies as they scale their AI ambitions.”
With a global footprint and deep sector expertise, DigitalBridge will enhance SoftBank Group’s ability to originate, finance, operate, and scale digital infrastructure opportunities worldwide, SoftBank said. DigitalBridge’s diversified portfolio and investment capabilities will advance SoftBank Group’s priorities by helping secure critical capacity for AI at scale and strengthening the connectivity layer underpinning AI deployment and operations.
After the closing of the transaction, DigitalBridge will continue to operate as a separately managed platform, led by Ganzi. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of regulatory approvals, and is expected to close in 2H26.
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