NTT Data Plans to Invest $9 Billion to Expand Japan Data Center

August 4th, NTT Data plans to invest at least $9 billion (approximately ¥1.5 trillion) by 2033 to increase the computing power of its Japan data centers to 1 gigawatt, adding around 750 megawatts of capacity to meet AI demand. The company is the largest data center operator in Japan, and the investment amount may vary depending on prices and demand, excluding costs for AI accelerators such as NVIDIA. This move highlights the intense competition and tight supply in Japan's AI infrastructure.