Toyota Motor

Toyota Motor Corporation, founded in 1937 by Kiichiro Toyoda, is one of the largest automotive manufacturers in the world. The company produces a wide range of vehicles, including passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and commercial trucks, under various brands such as Toyota, Lexus, Daihatsu, and Hino. In fiscal 2024, Toyota sold approximately 11.1 million vehicles globally, with a significant market presence in Japan and the United States. The company has established 52 overseas manufacturing facilities in 27 countries and regions, distributing its vehicles in over 160 markets. In addition to vehicle production, Toyota has investments in several automotive-related firms, including stakes in Denso, Subaru, Mazda, and Suzuki. The firm reported sales of JPY 41.6 trillion in fiscal 2024, excluding financial services, reflecting its robust position in the global automotive industry. Toyota is headquartered in Aichi, Japan.

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Aeronext

Series B in 2024
Aeronext Inc. is a Japanese startup focused on the research and development of drone technology. The company specializes in center of gravity control technology, which is designed to enhance the performance and stability of drones during flight. By optimizing the position of the center of gravity based on the drone's attitude and movements, Aeronext enables safer industrial applications of drone technology. The firm is also involved in sales and promotion activities related to its innovative drone solutions.

Driscoll Childrens Hospital

Grant in 2024
Driscoll Childrens Hospital specializes in pediatric care with services in surgery, pathology, medicine, radiology, and critical care.

Blue Skies Space

Venture Round in 2024
Blue Skies Space Ltd, founded in 2014 and based in London, specializes in the development of scientific instruments and satellites aimed at enhancing astronomical research. The company's flagship project, the Twinkle Space Mission, involves a satellite designed to analyze the atmospheres of exoplanets and other celestial objects within the solar system. By providing valuable data to the global scientific community, Blue Skies Space seeks to transform the traditional, publicly-funded model of astronomy and astrophysics missions. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to bridge advancements in the commercial space sector with academic research, facilitating significant discoveries in the fields of astrophysics and planetary science.

Rapidus

Grant in 2022
Rapidus is an Electronic component research, development, design, production, and sales that includes semiconductor elements and integrated circuits. Environmentally friendly, energy-saving semiconductors and semiconductor manufacturing technology are being researched and developed. Human resource development and training for the semiconductor sector.

Momenta

Corporate Round in 2021
Momenta is an autonomous driving startup operating out of Beijing. Its deep-learning-based software in perception, HD semantic mapping, and data-driven path planning enables the realization of full autonomy. Momenta offer multi-level autonomous driving solutions as well as big data products and services. Momenta’s team is composed of experts in computer vision and deep learning, including one of the authors of Faster R-CNN and ResNet, the most popular deep learning network, as well as winners of ImageNet 2015, MS COCO Challenge 2015, and ImageNet 2017. The company is leading the autonomous driving software space with advanced technical competence and a strong commitment to innovation.

E Mobility Power

Venture Round in 2021
E-Mobility Power provides a highly convenient charging service that fits user needs for each charging point of "garage", "route" and "destination". It includes a service that can be recharged at any time, from any location, and by anyone for a reasonable fee. Now that the transportation/traffic and energy sectors are undergoing significant change, e-mobility exists at the intersection of these two sectors. We will develop new services and social infrastructure in collaboration with various stakeholders to support the next-generation mobility society.

Pony.ai

Series B in 2020
Pony.ai, Inc. is a company specializing in the development of artificial intelligence software for autonomous vehicle technology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and China, Pony.ai focuses on creating systems that enable vehicles to navigate various driving conditions through advanced machine learning and algorithms. The company's technology enhances vehicle safety and functionality by accurately perceiving surroundings and predicting driver actions. In addition to its technology development, Pony.ai offers a public-facing Robotaxi service, showcasing its autonomous mobility solutions. The company collaborates with automotive manufacturers to integrate its innovative technology into commercial vehicles, contributing to the advancement of the autonomous driving industry.

Joby Aviation

Series C in 2020
Joby Aviation is an electric mobility company based in Santa Cruz, California, focused on developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft. Established in 2009, the company is designing an aircraft that can carry a pilot and four passengers at speeds of up to 200 mph, with a range of 150 miles on a single charge. Joby Aviation aims to launch its air taxi service in 2024, providing a fast, quiet, and convenient transportation option to alleviate urban congestion and promote sustainable transit solutions. The company's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of the emerging air transportation market.

May Mobility

Series B in 2019
May Mobility, Inc. is an autonomous vehicle company focused on transforming urban transportation through the development and operation of driverless shuttle services. Founded in 2017 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company utilizes six-passenger electric vehicles that navigate mapped routes to provide micro-transit services for enterprise and municipal clients. By analyzing traffic patterns and commuter flows, May Mobility designs optimal routes that enhance public transit systems. Their autonomous shuttles aim to minimize human error in driving, reduce pollution, and improve economic benefits for communities and riders. The company offers a fleet operation service that contributes to creating safer, more efficient, and accessible transportation solutions.

OptiMind

Series A in 2019
OptiMind is a technology venture based in India that specializes in route optimization for last-mile delivery. The company employs combinatorial optimization, machine learning, and statistical processing to develop cloud-based solutions that enhance delivery operations. By leveraging these advanced techniques, OptiMind enables logistics providers, ride-sharing services, and on-demand transportation options to determine the most efficient routes for their vehicles, considering various factors such as vehicle type, destination, and order of stops. This approach aims to streamline the delivery process, ultimately improving operational efficiency and reducing costs for businesses in the logistics sector.

LeapMind

Series C in 2019
LeapMind Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in hardware architecture and platforms for deep learning applications. The company focuses on making deep learning technology compact and accessible, particularly within the evolving Internet of Things (IoT) sector. LeapMind has developed its own algorithms and innovative chip architectures that enhance the accuracy of neural network models while reducing the computational complexity necessary for implementation in small computing environments. This approach enables the use of advanced deep learning capabilities in devices with limited power and memory, facilitating advancements in both the IoT and robotics industries.

Didi

Corporate Round in 2019
Didi Chuxing is a mobile transportation platform that offers app-based transportation services. The company offers a mobile tech-based mobility option for users across, including taxi-hailing, private car-hailing, Hitch (social ride-sharing), DiDi Chauffeur, DiDi Bus, DiDi Test Drive, DiDi Car Rental, and DiDi Enterprise Solutions. As a practitioner in the sharing economy initiative, DiDi is committed to working with communities and partners to solve transportation, environmental challenges, and employment problems using big data-driven deep-learning algorithms that optimize resource allocation.

MONET Technologies

Corporate Round in 2019
MONET Technologies is a Mobility-as-a-Service provider that delivers on-demand transportation, medical MaaS solutions.

Uber

Corporate Round in 2019
Uber is a technology company that revolutionizes transportation by connecting riders with drivers through its mobile application. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the United States, Uber operates in over 300 cities globally, making urban travel more accessible. The platform allows users to submit trip requests, which are efficiently routed to available drivers, thus enhancing the convenience of transportation. In addition to its core ridesharing services, Uber is also investing in advanced technologies, including autonomous vehicles through its subsidiary, Uber Advanced Technologies Group. This division aims to develop safe and reliable self-driving transportation solutions. Furthermore, Uber Elevate is working to establish the framework for aerial ridesharing, collaborating with various stakeholders to envision the future of air travel. Through these initiatives, Uber continues to expand its service offerings and redefine mobility in urban environments.

Airbiquity

Funding Round in 2019
Airbiquity Inc. specializes in connected vehicle services and automotive telematics solutions, offering a cloud-based platform known as Choreo. This platform facilitates the connection of vehicles and the processing of transactions, enabling automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and content providers to deliver comprehensive in-vehicle solutions. These solutions encompass telematics, vehicle connectivity, device integration, and network management. Additionally, Airbiquity provides OTAmatic, an over-the-air solution that automates software updates and data management for connected vehicles. With a focus on integrating advanced software and communications technology, Airbiquity helps automakers create applications and services that align with the digital lifestyles of drivers. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates cloud data centers in Asia, North America, and Europe.

Uber

Corporate Round in 2018
Uber is a technology company that revolutionizes transportation by connecting riders with drivers through its mobile application. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the United States, Uber operates in over 300 cities globally, making urban travel more accessible. The platform allows users to submit trip requests, which are efficiently routed to available drivers, thus enhancing the convenience of transportation. In addition to its core ridesharing services, Uber is also investing in advanced technologies, including autonomous vehicles through its subsidiary, Uber Advanced Technologies Group. This division aims to develop safe and reliable self-driving transportation solutions. Furthermore, Uber Elevate is working to establish the framework for aerial ridesharing, collaborating with various stakeholders to envision the future of air travel. Through these initiatives, Uber continues to expand its service offerings and redefine mobility in urban environments.

Getaround

Series D in 2018
Getaround, Inc. is an online marketplace that facilitates peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals, allowing users to rent cars by the hour or day through its app. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, the company operates in several cities across the United States, including San Francisco, San Diego, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Getaround’s platform utilizes patented technology to provide a contactless experience, eliminating the need for traditional rental procedures such as waiting in line or meeting car owners. Users can choose from a variety of vehicles, including luxury cars and trucks, while benefiting from included insurance and 24/7 roadside assistance. This model not only offers convenience but also helps car owners earn extra income, thereby reducing the cost of car ownership and promoting environmental sustainability.

Grab Financial Group

Venture Round in 2018
Grab Financial Group provides financial services across payments, rewards, lending, and insurance. A seamless point-of-sale (POS) system for merchants and a trusted mobile wallet of choice in Southeast Asia for payments such as in-store purchases, Grab transactions, and fund transfers.

Grab

Series H in 2018
Grab Holdings Inc. is a prominent online-to-offline service provider based in Singapore, focusing on mobile technology solutions for transportation across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Lng, Grab integrates various transportation services through its platform, which includes offerings such as GrabTaxi, GrabCar, GrabHitch, GrabShare, GrabCoach, GrabShuttle, GrabShuttle Plus, GrabFamily, JustGrab, GrabNow, and GrabRental. The company operates in multiple countries, including Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. In addition to its headquarters in Singapore, Grab has offices in Seattle, Beijing, Bangalore, Jakarta, and Vietnam, further extending its reach and capabilities within the region.

Metawave

Venture Round in 2018
Metawave Corporation, founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing advanced beamsteering radars that utilize metamaterials and artificial intelligence for the automotive industry. The company focuses on enhancing safety and connectivity in autonomous driving through its flagship radar platform, SPEKTRA, which enables 3D imaging and vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Additionally, Metawave offers TURBO active repeaters to improve signal coverage in challenging environments and ECHO passive reflectors that help direct signals in areas with limited connectivity. The company is also advancing wireless communications by creating smart beamsteering antennas designed for 4G and 5G networks, aiming to support faster connectivity for a wide range of users. Metawave's innovative technology originated from research at Xerox PARC, reflecting its commitment to revolutionizing the future of transportation and communications.

Mobility Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2018
Mobility Technologies provides vehicle allocation systems for taxi operators. The company offers various IT services that update the Japanese mobility industry. It also provides a “quick ride” experience by linking taxi vehicles with real-time location information and advanced dispatch logic. Mobility Technologies was established in 1977 and is based Tokyo, Japan.

JapanTaxi

Series B in 2018
JapanTaxi is a Provider of taxi booking services designed to cater the needs of people in Japan. The company's services offer a fare calculator application if users took a taxi offline, enabling users to easily travel from one place to another.

Home Delivery Service (HDS Global)

Debt Financing in 2017
Home Delivery Service (HDS Global) they delivers transformational ecommerce.

Sansan

Series D in 2017
Since its founding in 2007, Sansan has focused on delivering its cloud based contact management service to customers in Japan and beyond. Sansan is setting the standard in Japan for cloud-based contact management, with annually doubling numbers of users from over 7,000 premium corporate users including the Japanese Government (METI). Sansan Inc. is based in Tokyo, Japan and has its subsidiary Sansan global Pte. Ltd. in Singapore since October 2015. The company began offering its business card app Eight in 2012. It has over 1.5 million registered users as a new business network that incorporates a social media framework to transform business cards into business connections. Founded: June 11, 2007 URL: https://www.corp-sansan.com/ Address: Aoyama Oval Building, 13F, 5-52-2, Jingu-mae Shibuya-ku Tokyo 150-0001 Business scope: Planning, development, and sales of cloud-based business card management services Sansan for business users: https://www.sansan.com Eight for individual users: https://8card.net

Mazda Motor

Post in 2017
Mazda Motor Corporation is a Japan-based company engaged in the manufacture and distribution of automobiles and automobile parts.

Preferred Networks

Corporate Round in 2017
Preferred Networks, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing software and hardware solutions leveraging advanced machine learning technologies. Its core focus areas include transportation systems, manufacturing, and bio-healthcare, while also exploring applications in personal robotics, materials discovery, and sports analytics. The company provides a range of services, including data analytics, edge computing, and computer vision, to various sectors such as retail, automotive, healthcare, and public safety. By integrating data from both physical and digital realms, Preferred Networks aims to create practical applications that enhance automation and efficiency across industries. Additionally, the company has a subsidiary located in Burlingame, California, further expanding its reach and capabilities.

Grab

Series G in 2017
Grab Holdings Inc. is a prominent online-to-offline service provider based in Singapore, focusing on mobile technology solutions for transportation across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Lng, Grab integrates various transportation services through its platform, which includes offerings such as GrabTaxi, GrabCar, GrabHitch, GrabShare, GrabCoach, GrabShuttle, GrabShuttle Plus, GrabFamily, JustGrab, GrabNow, and GrabRental. The company operates in multiple countries, including Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. In addition to its headquarters in Singapore, Grab has offices in Seattle, Beijing, Bangalore, Jakarta, and Vietnam, further extending its reach and capabilities within the region.

Dynamic Map Platform

Corporate Round in 2017
Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd. specializes in the development of high-precision three-dimensional mapping software, primarily aimed at enhancing autonomous driving and safe-driving support systems. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers a comprehensive framework that includes measurement, mapping, server systems, and security features to protect against hacking. Its primary focus is on creating detailed 3D map data that supports various industries, particularly in the context of Japan's motorways, while also looking to expand into international markets. The company collaborates with government agencies to provide data related to road administration and engages in ongoing research and development to maintain and improve its mapping technologies. Dynamic Map Platform was formerly known as Dynamic Map Planning Co., Ltd. before rebranding in June 2017.

Getaround

Series C in 2017
Getaround, Inc. is an online marketplace that facilitates peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals, allowing users to rent cars by the hour or day through its app. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, the company operates in several cities across the United States, including San Francisco, San Diego, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Getaround’s platform utilizes patented technology to provide a contactless experience, eliminating the need for traditional rental procedures such as waiting in line or meeting car owners. Users can choose from a variety of vehicles, including luxury cars and trucks, while benefiting from included insurance and 24/7 roadside assistance. This model not only offers convenience but also helps car owners earn extra income, thereby reducing the cost of car ownership and promoting environmental sustainability.

Magellan Systems Japan

Venture Round in 2017
Magellan Systems Japan, Inc. specializes in the research, development, and licensing of high-precision satellite positioning systems. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Amagasaki, Japan, the company offers a range of products including software-based global positioning systems (GPS), multi-frequency global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), real-time kinematic systems, and inertial measurement systems. Additionally, it provides GPS timing solutions and autonomous ephemeris prediction services. The company is involved in the import and sale of GNSS-related products, as well as the development of advanced processing technologies. With a focus on delivering accurate location information and time calculations, Magellan Systems Japan plays a significant role in the satellite navigation sector.

FiNC

Series C in 2017
FiNC Technologies Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in health and wellness solutions through an AI-enabled platform. This platform is designed to help consumers manage their wellness by offering preventive medicine and smartphone-based healthcare services. By combining data analysis, rich content, and social elements, FiNC's platform enables users to log and understand their health and lifestyle choices, including diet, sleep, and exercise habits. The company's focus is on providing personalized healthcare support, empowering individuals to improve their overall well-being.

Exergy Power Systems

Corporate Round in 2016
Exergy Power Systems is focused on developing, producing, and providing energy storage systems that make use of its uniquely developed hydrogen cells, which have ultrafast charging and discharging properties, as well as enhanced durability.

Daihatsu

Acquisition in 2016
Daihatsu is the surviving Japanese internal combustion engine manufacturers.

Preferred Networks

Funding Round in 2015
Preferred Networks, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing software and hardware solutions leveraging advanced machine learning technologies. Its core focus areas include transportation systems, manufacturing, and bio-healthcare, while also exploring applications in personal robotics, materials discovery, and sports analytics. The company provides a range of services, including data analytics, edge computing, and computer vision, to various sectors such as retail, automotive, healthcare, and public safety. By integrating data from both physical and digital realms, Preferred Networks aims to create practical applications that enhance automation and efficiency across industries. Additionally, the company has a subsidiary located in Burlingame, California, further expanding its reach and capabilities.

Home Delivery Service (HDS Global)

Funding Round in 2015
Home Delivery Service (HDS Global) they delivers transformational ecommerce.

Kajitsudo

Convertible Note in 2014
Kajitsudo is a production and sales of large-scale baby leaf.

Cascade Corporation

Acquisition in 2013
Cascade Manufacturing Company was founded in 1943 with a total capital investment of $7500 in Portland, Oregon as a small machine shop employing just four people. The first recorded sales revenues involved the machining and assembly of stainless steel valves, pipe fittings and other components. Sales for the first year of operation totaled $60,000. 1948 At the end of five years of operation, annual sales volume had increased to $330,000 and the company had grown to approximately 40 employees. Design and production of the company's first hydraulic cylinder led the way in Cascade's aggressive pursuit of new business opportunities. Cascade Corporation is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of materials handling load engagement devices and related replacement parts, primarily for the lift truck industry and to a lesser extent, the construction industry.

Hino Motors

Acquisition in 2010
Hino Motors is a Japanese manufacturer specializing in commercial vehicles and diesel engines, primarily producing medium and heavy trucks and buses, as well as light commercial vehicles under the Hino brand. As a subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, Hino's operations significantly contribute to its consolidated revenue, with the majority derived from domestic sales in Japan, followed by substantial contributions from Asia excluding Japan. In addition to commercial vehicles, Hino also manufactures passenger vehicles and supplies engines and spare parts. The company enhances its offerings by integrating digital connections among fleet customers, dealers, telematics service providers, and its support center, providing customers with a competitive advantage in the market.

Tesla

Post in 2010
Tesla, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells electric vehicles and energy generation and storage systems globally, with a significant presence in the United States, China, the Netherlands, and Norway. The company operates in two main segments: Automotive and Energy Generation and Storage. The Automotive segment includes a range of vehicles, such as luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, and light trucks, alongside electric powertrain components and services. Tesla markets its vehicles through company-owned showrooms and its website. The Energy Generation and Storage segment offers lithium-ion battery systems for residential and commercial use, as well as solar energy products, including solar panels and solar roofs. Additionally, Tesla provides vehicle insurance and operates a fast-charging network. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Tesla aims to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy and mobility.

BioAmber

Series A in 2010
BioAmber is a private company based in Delaware that specializes in the production of renewable succinic acid and related chemical intermediates. Formerly known as DNP Green Technology, the company rebranded after acquiring its joint venture with ARD. Utilizing a proprietary technology platform that integrates industrial biotechnology and chemical catalysis, BioAmber converts bio-based feedstocks into a range of renewable chemicals. These products are used in various applications, including polyurethanes, resins, coatings, de-icing solutions, lubricants, and engineering plastics. Through its innovative approach, BioAmber provides sustainable industrial chemical solutions to its clients.

Momenta

Momenta is an autonomous driving startup operating out of Beijing. Its deep-learning-based software in perception, HD semantic mapping, and data-driven path planning enables the realization of full autonomy. Momenta offer multi-level autonomous driving solutions as well as big data products and services. Momenta’s team is composed of experts in computer vision and deep learning, including one of the authors of Faster R-CNN and ResNet, the most popular deep learning network, as well as winners of ImageNet 2015, MS COCO Challenge 2015, and ImageNet 2017. The company is leading the autonomous driving software space with advanced technical competence and a strong commitment to innovation.
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