https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/softbank-is-said-to-weigh-buying-top-us-security-firm-alliedContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/softbank-is-said-to-weigh-buying-top-us-security-firm-alliedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/softbank-is-said-to-weigh-buying-top-us-security-firm-allied#u139238Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:11:03 +0000SoftBank Group is evaluating a potential acquisition of Allied Universal, the largest security services company in the United States and owner of G4S, in a push by founder Masayoshi Son to deploy AI-powered robots and automated guard work at scale. The transaction could value the Irvine, California-based, closely held security firm between $18 billion and $30 billion. Sources indicate the deliberations remain in early talks, and market reaction saw SoftBank shares fall following the reports.Why it mattersThe potential acquisition highlights SoftBank's strategic pivot toward integrating ar