UAE fund weighs $6.3 billion AI data center investment in Japan
Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment is considering an investment that would see the construction of one of the largest data centers in Japan.
The United Arab Emirates is reportedly considering a massive $6.3 billion investment in an artificial intelligence data center project in Japan, according to a person familiar with the matter. Mubadala Investment, Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund, would lead the funding of a 500-megawatt facility in Akita Prefecture. If successful, the project could become the largest data center in Japan.
The talks with the UAE highlight the global interest in securing AI assets in countries less affected by geopolitical tensions. The total investment, including suppliers and nearby companies, could reach up to $2 trillion. Japan's increasing appeal as a stable market with low geopolitical risks has attracted major firms, leading to significant investments in AI data centers and semiconductor manufacturing.
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