[SoftBank Seeks to Raise Up to $100 Billion to Expand Large-Scale AI Investments] BlockBeats News, October 9 — According to informed sources, SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son is seeking to raise up to $100 billion from Gulf region investors to expand its large-scale artificial intelligence investments. In recent weeks, Masayoshi Son has held discussions with several senior figures, including individuals from the UAE. SoftBank may use this financing to establish a fund, acquire other companies, and subsequently leverage artificial intelligence to transform the operational models of these companies.