CVC Details: Sony Innovation Fund

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1. Company Overview

Company Name: Sony Ventures Corporation

Overview: Sony Ventures Corporation is a 100% subsidiary of Sony Group, established to invest in and support the growth of venture companies.

2. Website URL

https://www.sony.com/ja/SonyInfo/News/Press/202202/22-0217/

3. Investment Policy

Reference site: https://globalventuring.com/corporate/asia/sony-ventures-kaz-hadano/

Sony Ventures invests in various fields such as entertainment, fintech, healthcare, enterprise, and deep tech. In Africa, the company focuses on content creators.

4. Investment Performance

Company Name: Category

• Activ Surgical: Medical technology
• AdHawk Microsystems: Microsystems technology
• Agility Robotics: Robotics
• AirMap: Aviation technology
• Analytical Flavor Systems: Food tech

5. Related Articles & Releases

• Sony Innovation Fund | NEWS RELEASE
• Sony Ventures Corporation Executive Changes
• Sony Establishes "Sony Innovation Fund: Environment"
• Sony Group Portal | What is Sony's investment division? What do they do?
• PORTFOLIO - Sony Innovation Fund

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