SoftBank: Hokkaido Campus
The Hokkaido Data Center project, first announced in November 2023 with its subsidiary IDC Frontier, is a $455.8 million undertaking spanning 700,000 square meters (7.5 million sq ft).
SoftBank Corp. (TOKYO: 9434) is a leading Japanese technology and telecommunications company that stands at the forefront of the Information Revolution. As a key player within the SoftBank Group, the company leverages cutting-edge technologies including artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics to drive innovation across multiple sectors.
Going beyond traditional telecommunications, SoftBank Corp. focuses on developing transformative services and solutions that create value for society. The company's vision is encapsulated in its corporate philosophy "Information Revolution — Happiness for everyone," reflecting its commitment to using technology to enhance human wellbeing and societal progress.
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The Hokkaido Data Center project, first announced in November 2023 with its subsidiary IDC Frontier, is a $455.8 million undertaking spanning 700,000 square meters (7.5 million sq ft).
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