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Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber

Why Uber’s Asia Expansion Is Bad for Its Biggest Investor

There's a reason why SoftBank doesn't want to see Uber become a global company.
By Sissi Cao
The total transaction will total just shy of $10 billion.

SoftBank to Buy a Chunk of Uber for 30% Off in Mega-Deal

SoftBank's capital infusion spells hopes for the scandal-ridden and unprofitable company.
By Sissi Cao
Masayoshi Son named his company SoftBank to illustrate the idea of "a bank of software."

How SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son Upended Global Tech in 2017

Son had established a reputation for audacity and clairvoyance in Asia long before he became familiar to Silicon Valley.
By Sissi Cao

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