SoftBank

Japanese tech powerhouse SoftBank has reported a $2.4 billion loss in its fiscal third quarter, marking a sharp reversal from the $6.3 billion profit it posted in the same period last year. The decline was far worse than market expectations, with analysts originally forecasting a $1.57 billion gain, according to LSEG data. The primary drag on SoftBank’s performance was its Vision Fund, which suffered a $2.3 billion loss, snapping its two-quarter winning streak due to valuation declines in its private portfolio. Additionally, public holdings such as Coupang and Didi also saw their market values drop, further weighing on the company’s financials.

🔥Aggressive AI Investments Set to Reshape SoftBank’s Future🔥

Despite this financial setback, SoftBank is doubling down on artificial intelligence, with CEO Masayoshi Son leading a multi-billion-dollar push into the sector. The firm has committed $15 billion to $20 billion toward Stargate, a US-based AI infrastructure initiative announced in January alongside OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and former US President Donald Trump. Over the next four years, the project is projected to require a staggering $500 billion, making it one of the most ambitious AI investments to date.

SoftBank is also seeking to expand its stake in OpenAI, potentially investing between $15 billion and $25 billion, a move that could surpass Microsoft as the company’s largest shareholder and push OpenAI’s valuation well beyond its previous $157 billion mark. To strengthen its foothold in AI, SoftBank has already pledged $3 billion annually for OpenAI’s technology and is launching “SB OpenAI Japan”, a joint venture aimed at dominating Japan’s AI enterprise market by offering OpenAI’s solutions to local corporations.

💥Global AI Landscape: Competition Heats Up💥

While SoftBank and the US ramp up AI investments, China is making strides of its own with DeepSeek, a newly developed AI model that has captured industry attention and signaled Beijing’s commitment to keeping pace with Western advancements. Meanwhile, Europe faces ongoing challenges in the AI race. Speaking at the AI Action Summit in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron announced a €109 billion ($112.8 billion) investment package, declaring that “France is back in the AI race”. However, critics argue that strict regulations continue to stifle innovation and discourage major investments. A 2023 report by former European Central Bank President Mario Draghi warned that while Europe boasts strong research and development, its rigid policies are preventing startups from scaling into global AI leaders.
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Hey crypto fam!
Cantor Fitzgerald, one of the most powerful names in finance, is diving headfirst into crypto — and they’re not doing it alone. They’re teaming up with Tether, SoftBank, and Bitfinex to launch a brand-new crypto powerhouse called 21 Capital. Yep, this thing is real, and it’s bringing a whopping $3 billion in Bitcoin to the table. 😳
Let’s break it down 👇
Who’s Involved?
Brandon Lutnick — The man behind the move. He’s the son of Howard Lutnick (who recently stepped down as CEO of Cantor to join Trump’s cabinet) and is now the chairman of Cantor Fitzgerald.Tether — The issuer of USDT, the world’s largest stablecoin, is putting big skin in the game.SoftBank — The Japanese tech giant known for massive investments (like Uber, WeWork, and more).Bitfinex — A major crypto exchange with deep liquidity and a long history in the market.
What’s the Plan?
The new firm is called 21 Capital, and it’s being built under Cantor Equity Partners (Cantor’s investment arm). According to Financial Times, this new venture will receive:
💸 $1.5 billion in Bitcoin from Tether💸 $900 million from SoftBank💸 $600 million from Bitfinex
All in Bitcoin. That’s $3 billion total. 😲
Their goal? Build a major Bitcoin investment vehicle — something like a supercharged asset manager or holding company focused solely on the world’s biggest cryptocurrency.
Why Now?
Crypto is heating up again, and with a potential pro-crypto U.S. president (Donald Trump) in the spotlight, the timing makes sense.
Howard Lutnick, Brandon’s father and former Cantor CEO, is now part of Trump’s commerce team. Trump has openly said he wants to be “the crypto president,” supporting innovation in digital assets and boosting the U.S. dollar’s dominance through smart crypto moves.
So, this new firm could be a step toward merging Wall Street power with crypto innovation. 🔥
But Wait… Is It 100% Confirmed? 🤔
Not quite. The Financial Times says the deal could still change or even fall apart before the official announcement (expected in the next few weeks). The numbers might also shift depending on how the partners finalize the details.
Still, the fact that these major names are even in talks shows how serious traditional finance is getting about crypto.
What Does This Mean for Crypto?
More institutional adoption — When big firms like Cantor and SoftBank start stacking Bitcoin, smaller investors start paying attention.Price movement potential — $3 billion in BTC being moved or bought is no small thing. It could impact the market.Mainstream confidence — With political figures and Wall Street both warming up to crypto, the industry is looking more legit by the day.
Final Thoughts 💭
This isn’t just another crypto startup. This is a Wall Street-backed, big money, high-level project that could bring new energy and trust into Bitcoin.
Whether you’re a Bitcoin believer or just watching the show, keep an eye on 21 Capital. If it takes off, it could become a blueprint for how traditional finance joins the crypto revolution.
Until then, stack smart, stay curious, and keep riding the blockchain wave. 🌊💹
#USDT #SoftBank

Donald Trump, the former U.S. president, has stirred the cryptocurrency market with the meme coin named after him, but the strong price volatility came after a surprising statement: 'I don't know much about it other than I launched it.'

Strong fluctuations right after the statement

• The price of TRUMP coin peaked at $48.18 within 24 hours before dropping 16% to $40.29 right after Trump's comments at a meeting with technology leaders.