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SoftBank completes $3.1 billion acquisition of DigitalBridge
SoftBank Group finalized the purchase of DigitalBridge on September 30, 2026 for $3.1 billion, turning the digital‑infrastructure manager into a wholly‑owned subsidiary. The deal, first announced in December 2025, was highlighted by SoftBank Chairman and CEO Masayoshi Son as a cornerstone for the group’s AI data‑centre strategy. DigitalBridge will keep its existing management team, led by CEO Marc Ganzi.
Why it matters
SoftBank says the acquisition will strengthen its ability to build and operate AI‑focused digital infrastructure worldwide, which could boost its growth prospects in the AI sector.
Key facts
- 1SoftBank completed the acquisition of DigitalBridge for $3.1 billion. mobileeurope.co.uk
- 2The transaction closed on September 30, 2026. mobileeurope.co.uk
- 3The deal was first announced in December 2025. totaltele.com
- 4DigitalBridge will remain led by CEO Marc Ganzi. totaltele.com
- 5SoftBank Chairman and CEO Masayoshi Son said the deal will enhance the group’s AI data‑centre platform. totaltele.com
Open questions
- DigitalBridge’s assets under management are reported as $108 billion in material 2 and $121 billion in material 3.
Summary written by AlphAI from 3 of 3 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.