SoftBank CEO Questions Elon Musk's Vision for Space-Based AI Data Centers

SoftBank CEO questions Elon Musk's vision of AI data centers in space: 'What's the point?'

SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son answered questions this week at a shareholders' meeting. Tomohiro Ohsumi/Getty Images Masayoshi Son, the founder of SoftBank, has challenged the idea of space-based AI data centers. Son said this week that the potential benefits don't outweigh the costs of operating them. Elon Musk has been among the most vocal advocates for putting data centers in space. SoftBank boss Masayoshi Son isn't convinced that the future of powering artificial intelligence lies in or...