Sony

Sony Group Corporation, a Japanese multinational conglomerate based in Tokyo, develops and manufactures a wide range of audio, video, communications, and information technology products for both consumer and professional markets. The company is known for its diverse portfolio, which includes iconic brands like Walkman for portable audio, Vaio for personal computers, Xperia for smartphones, Cybershot and Alpha for digital cameras, and PlayStation for video game consoles. Sony operates through seven main business segments that encompass electronic appliances, gaming, devices and semiconductors, entertainment content, and financial services. This multifaceted approach reflects Sony's commitment to innovation and its ability to adapt to changing market demands.

Antonio Avitabile

Managing Director

Kazuhito Hadano

CEO

Tiffany Huang

Senior Associate

Costantino Mariella

Senior Venture Capital Investment Manager

Roy Meirom

Investor

Austin Noronha

Managing Director, Growth Ventures and Innovation

Tony Seeff

Senior Investment Director

Chieko Tazuke

Investment Director

Joseph Tou

Managing Director

Moto Tsuchikawa

Chief Investment Manager

Gen Tsuchikawa

Chief Investment Manager

Kenichiro Yoshida

CEO

Timo Kilp

Investment Professional

Past deals in Media

Utaite

Series A in 2024
Utaite is an operator of an entertainment platform that focuses on planning, production, and development of entertainment content.

Kiswe

Venture Round in 2021
Kiswe is a developer of a cloud-based video platform that enhances the connection between at-home viewers and in-venue fans through interactive video experiences. This platform is designed to create and manage direct-to-consumer streaming services, real-time live streams, and engaging digital content. Kiswe’s solutions cater to a diverse clientele, including major broadcasters, media companies, sports and eSports leagues, and music labels, enabling them to maximize revenue and foster engagement across various screens. The company’s flagship product, Kiswe Studio, revolutionizes the production and broadcasting of live events, making it easier for organizations to deliver memorable experiences to their audiences. Headquartered in the United States, Kiswe also has offices in Europe and Asia, expanding its reach in the global market.

Trioscope

Seed Round in 2021
Trioscope is an innovative company that specializes in a unique storytelling approach by merging live-action film with animation, creating a new form of "hybrid" entertainment. This method offers a captivating viewing experience that allows creators to present previously untold stories in imaginative ways. By utilizing its hybrid live-action CG platform, Trioscope empowers filmmakers to transcend traditional content creation limitations, enabling them to capture the emotional depth of live-action performances within graphically stylized animated worlds. Founded by industry veterans Crowley, Brandon Barr, and Greg Jonkajtys, Trioscope aims to redefine the landscape of visual storytelling and expand the possibilities for narrative expression.

YellowBrick

Venture Round in 2021
Yellowbrick Learning, Inc. operates an online platform designed to facilitate career exploration and development for individuals interested in creative industries such as fashion, sports, beauty, music, and media. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company partners with leading universities, brands, and employers to create educational experiences that help students build relevant skills and gain industry insights. By focusing on the alignment of personal passions with career opportunities, Yellowbrick aims to empower the next generation of talent to identify, pursue, and advance their careers within the creative arts and entertainment sectors.

Opulence Images Atlanta Georgia

Seed Round in 2021
We are a full-service, multimedia creative company capable of executing even the most ambitious jobs. We have a long history of working with brands, agencies and members of the community and our results speak for themselves. Our comprehensive, fixed pricing is tailored specifically to each project. We typically book out weeks in advance so please reach out today to schedule all of your photography needs. We can’t wait to make your creative vision a reality

Nevion

Acquisition in 2020
Nevion is a Norwegian company specializing in video signal processing and transportation equipment, with over 20 years of experience in providing real-time media transport and processing solutions. The company focuses on designing, developing, deploying, and supporting software-defined technologies that facilitate virtualization. Its products and services cater to a diverse range of clients, including broadcasters, telecom service providers, and governmental agencies. By enabling mission-critical media operations, Nevion helps its customers enhance agility and productivity, positioning them for greater competitiveness in the evolving media landscape.

Bayes Esports

Venture Round in 2020
Bayes Esports Solutions GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing a data distribution platform tailored for the esports industry. The company offers BEDEX, an esports data exchange platform, which provides clients with official, live data for popular game titles. By delivering high-quality data directly from the source, Bayes serves a diverse ecosystem of clients including media organizations, licensed betting operators, and digital service providers. Their focus is on enabling these clients to utilize and monetize esports data effectively, covering various applications from analytics to community engagement. Bayes Esports aims to enhance the understanding and accessibility of esports data, supporting the growth of the industry as a whole.

Bilibili

Post in 2020
Bilibili provides high-quality content and an immersive entertainment experience, and have built their platform based on the strong emotional connections of their users to their content and communities. They started as a content community inspired by ACG, and have evolved into a full-spectrum online entertainment world covering a wide array of genres and media formats, including videos, live broadcasting, and mobile games. They have a young and culturally aspirational user base willing to invest in a high-quality entertainment experience. Bilibili uses an Adobe Flash or HTML5 player, which can be manually switched, to play user-submitted videos hosted by either itself or third-party sources, while featuring a real-time overlaying subtitle system for interactive playback experience.

Theta EdgeCloud

Series A in 2017
Theta EdgeCloud is the leading decentralized cloud for AI, media and entertainment. The platform empowers AI teams with unrivaled GPU price-to-performance as the first hybrid cloud-edge computing architecture. Strategic corporate investors include Samsung NEXT, Sony Innovation Fund, media investors BDMI Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments, CAA Creative Artists Agency, and traditional Silicon Valley VCs including DCM and Sierra Ventures.

Gracenote

Acquisition in 2008
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider that specializes in music, video, and sports. The company collects, organizes, and distributes detailed information about television shows, movies, music, and sports, enabling consumers to discover and connect with the entertainment they enjoy. Gracenote serves a diverse clientele, including major music services, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers, and cable and satellite operators. By powering these platforms with comprehensive entertainment data, Gracenote enhances the user experience and facilitates access to a wide range of digital content.

MGM Studios

Acquisition in 2004
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, commonly known as MGM, is an entertainment company based in Beverly Hills, California, specializing in the production and global distribution of film and television content across various platforms. Established in April 1924 through the merger of Metro Pictures Corp., Goldwyn Pictures, and Louis B. Mayer Productions, MGM has developed one of the most extensive libraries of premium film and television content in the world. The company is renowned for its iconic roaring lion logo and has a rich legacy in the film industry, particularly during its peak years from 1924 to 1954, when it produced numerous Academy Award-winning films. MGM's portfolio includes over 175 Academy Awards, with 14 Best Picture winners among its celebrated titles, such as "Gone With the Wind" and "The Wizard of Oz." Additionally, MGM has made strategic investments in both domestic and international television channels, further expanding its influence and reach in the entertainment sector.

Guber-Peters Entertainment

Acquisition in 1989
Guber-Peters Entertainment is produced and distributed many prime time, half-hour comedy television series.
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