CVC Details: Rakuten Group, Inc.

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1. Company Overview

Rakuten Capital is the corporate venture capital arm of the Rakuten Group, investing in and supporting innovative startups around the world. To date, they have invested in over 70 startups, including Careem, Carousell, GoTo, Lyft, Pinterest, and Upstart.

2. Website URL

Rakuten Capital Official Website

3. Investment Policy

Rakuten Capital invests in early-stage to growth-stage startups in fields such as IT, fintech, e-commerce, and mobility.

Reference site: https://capital.rakuten.com/jp/

4. Investment Achievements

• Careem: Ride-sharing
• Carousell: E-commerce
• GoTo: Mobility
• Lyft: Ride-sharing
• Pinterest: Social media

5. Related Articles and Releases

• Press Releases | Rakuten Group
• Rakuten Group Faces JPY 105B Domestic Bond - Reorg

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