SoftBank is relying on costly hybrid bonds to fund its $30 billion OpenAI investment, amid rising debt, cash flow issues and AI competition. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/10/26/japan/softbanks-openai-ambitions/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #japan #softbank #openai #artificialintelligence #bonds #masayoshisons