Sector-Specific CVC Introduction: IT and Web

Investment Trends by Domain

This section introduces general trends in CVC investments in the IT and web sectors, and provides information on individual CVCs' investment domains, targets, and achievements. This will be useful for startups seeking funding or considering the launch of a CVC. Additionally, you can find information on a list of 270 CVCs, so please make full use of it.

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Investment Trends in IT and Web Sector CVCs

This section summarizes the overall characteristics of CVCs in the IT and web industries and provides an overview of individual CVCs' company profiles, investment policies, and achievements.

Commonalities among Companies

1. Promotion of Open Innovation: Many companies use CVCs to expand their business domains and incorporate new technologies and services.

2. Long-term Perspective: These companies focus more on future business synergies and technology acquisition than short-term profits.

3. Strategic Investment: CVCs invest in fields and technologies aligned with their own business strategies.

Commonalities among Investment Targets

1. IT and Technology Sectors: Many startups are in cutting-edge technology fields like AI, IoT, cloud computing, and security.

2. B2B Services: Many startups provide solutions and services aimed at businesses.

3. Growth Stage: CVCs often invest in startups at early stages, such as seed to Series A and B rounds.

Distinctive Initiatives and Investments by Individual CVCs

KDDI

- Focuses on 5G, IoT, and AI sectors.
- Operates the "KDDI ∞ Labo" accelerator program, nurturing startups.

NTT Docomo Ventures

- Invests in services utilizing telecommunications infrastructure and 5G technologies.
- Works to promote 5G technology through the "Docomo 5G Open Partner Program."

SoftBank

- Actively invests in advanced technologies like AI, IoT, and robotics.
- Promotes collaboration with startups through the "SoftBank Innovation Program."

Cybozu Ventures

- Invests in technologies and services related to groupware and collaboration tools.
- Focuses on integration with its own products like "kintone."

Salesforce Japan

- Focuses on CRM technologies and cloud services.
- Expands global investments through "Salesforce Ventures."

Rakuten Capital

- Invests in e-commerce, fintech, and digital content.
- Supports growth through the Rakuten Group ecosystem.

Cygames Ventures

- Focuses on investments in game development and entertainment technologies.
- Pays special attention to anime and IP-related startups.

LIFULL Ventures

- Focuses on real estate tech and housing-related services.
- Prioritizes investment strategies that integrate with "LIFULL HOME'S."

Detailed Information on Individual CVCs

• Adlib Tech Ventures: Detailed Information
• AIX Tech Ventures Inc.: Detailed Information
• HENNGE Inc.: Detailed Information
• KDDI Corporation: Detailed Information
• NTT Finance Corporation: Detailed Information
• Open Ventures Inc.: Detailed Information
• SCSK Corporation: Detailed Information
• TIS Inc.: Detailed Information
• UB Ventures: Detailed Information
• Z Venture Capital Inc.: Detailed Information
• Canal Ventures Inc.: Detailed Information
• Cybozu Inc.: Detailed Information
• Salesforce Japan: Detailed Information
• SoftBank Corporation: Detailed Information
• Terrasky Ventures: Detailed Information
• United Inc.: Detailed Information
• Itochu Techno Solutions Corporation: Detailed Information
• Rakuten Group Inc.: Detailed Information
• Cygames Inc.: Detailed Information
• Kubell Inc.: Detailed Information
• LIFULL Corporation: Detailed Information
• NTT Docomo Inc.: Detailed Information
• AI-Cubed Ventures Inc.: Detailed Information
• Airtrip Inc.: Detailed Information
• Oakfan Incubate: Detailed Information
• Coconala Skill Partners Inc.: Detailed Information
• Ceres Inc.: Detailed Information
• T-Gaia Inc.: Detailed Information
• Terrasky Ventures Inc.: Detailed Information
• Focus Incubate Inc.: Detailed Information
• Reason Holdings Inc.: Detailed Information
• Ryobi Systems Inc.: Detailed Information
• Fujitsu Limited: Detailed Information
• One Yen Fund: Detailed Information
• Asteria Vision Fund: Detailed Information
• FreakOut Shinsei Fund Inc.: Detailed Information
• PNB-INSPiRE Ethical Fund 1 Investment Limited Partnership: Detailed Information
• FreeBit Investment: Detailed Information
• CARTA VENTURES Inc.: Detailed Information
• SHIFT Growth Capital Inc.: Detailed Information
• Gaiax Inc.: Detailed Information