Grab, SoftBank to invest $1.85bn in Malaysia AI infrastructure

Artificial intelligence Grab, SoftBank to invest $1.85bn in Malaysia AI infrastructure Two projects cover data centers, aim to capture regional demand Singapore-based Grab is expanding AI functions in its services.  © Reuters KENTARO TAKEDA November 10, 2026 16:53 JST SINGAPORE -- Grab and SoftBank Group will invest $1.85 billion in AI infrastructure projects in Malaysia, including data centers, the companies announced Monday, as they seek to capture Southeast Asia's growing digital demand. Read Next SoftBank SoftBank plans $50bn AI investment in Malaysia, PM says Technology SoftBank and Grab to develop AI infrastructure in Malaysia's Sarawak Technology Grab to buy Singapore-based Atome Financial for $1.49bn to boost consumer lending Transportation Grab rival Tada joins Singapore's self-driving minibus project Startups Grab to cut maximum take on Vietnam rides to 32% from 40% Technology Grab eyes more AI investment after Taiwan deal blocked Automobiles ASEAN auto sales rose 13% in Q3 on EV and hybrid demand in key markets Latest on Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence DeepSeek, other China AI firms have just 10% the revenue of OpenAI, Anthropic Artificial intelligence TSMC earmarks up to $1bn to buy Anthropic and OpenAI shares Artificial intelligence Australia plans new regulator for artificial intelligence after OpenAI hack Sponsored Content About Sponsored Content This content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.