1. SoftBank and OpenAI have formed a joint venture, Crystal Intelligence, to sell AI tools in Japan.
2. This move raises questions about the economic value of major AI deals and potential circular money movements.
3. On TechCrunch's Equity podcast, experts discuss the skepticism surrounding this deal and implications for AI investment sustainability.
2. This move raises questions about the economic value of major AI deals and potential circular money movements.
3. On TechCrunch's Equity podcast, experts discuss the skepticism surrounding this deal and implications for AI investment sustainability.
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Summary
SoftBank and OpenAI form joint venture, Crystal Intelligence, to sell AI tools in Japan, sparking debate over economic value and potential circular money movements. Skepticism surrounds this deal and its impact on the sustainability of AI investment. This topic is discussed on TechCrunch's Equity
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URL: https://techcrunch.com/video/the-circular-money-problem-at-the-heart-of-ais-biggest-deals/#summary
Date: Nov. 11, 2025
Notes: 2025-11-11
Created: 2025/11/11 08:42
Updated: 2025/12/07 22:24
Last Read: 2025/11/11 10:31