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SoftBank to Acquire Ampere Computing for $6.5 Billion

3/20/2025

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SoftBank Group plans to acquire Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion in cash, closing in late 2025.
Founded by ex-Intel president Renee James, Ampere focuses on Arm-based CPU chips for data centers.
The acquisition will bolster SoftBank's AI infrastructure investments, with Ampere remaining an independent subsidiary in California.
Carlyle and Oracle will sell their stakes in Ampere as part of the transaction.
Chairman Masayoshi Son highlights the importance of advanced computing for U.S. AI innovation.

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SoftBank Group plans to acquire Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion in cash, closing in late 2025.
Founded by ex-Intel president Renee James, Ampere focuses on Arm-based CPU chips for data centers.
The acquisition will bolster SoftBank's AI infrastructure investments, with Ampere remaining an independent subsidiary in California.
Carlyle and Oracle will sell their stakes in Ampere as part of the transaction.
Chairman Masayoshi Son highlights the importance of advanced computing for U.S. AI innovation.