Technology:
SoftBank has invested heavily in various tech startups, including:
- Uber: SoftBank invested $9.2 billion in Uber's Series C funding round in 2016, valuing the company at $72 billion. The investment was led by Masayoshi son, SoftBank's CEO, who also joined Uber's board of directors. SoftBank's investment in Uber helped the company to expand its presence in Asia and improve its logistics and operational efficiency.