SBI Japan-Israel Innovation Fund

Overview

SBI Japan-Israel Innovation Fund is a venture capital firm established in 2017 as a partnership between SBI Holdings of Japan and Vertex Israel. The fund focuses on investing in Israeli and Israel-related venture-backed biopharmaceutical and high-tech companies across various development stages. By leveraging the expertise and networks of its parent companies, the fund aims to bridge the innovation ecosystems of Israel and Japan, fostering collaboration and growth in both regions. The fund's investment strategy encompasses a broad spectrum of sectors, including biotechnology, healthcare, technology, clean energy, robotics, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, augmented and virtual reality, gaming, cloud computing, and blockchain. This diverse approach allows the fund to support a wide range of innovative startups with high growth potential. SBI Japan-Israel Innovation Fund operates with a global perspective, seeking to identify and invest in companies that have the potential to make a significant impact on a global scale. By combining the strengths of its Japanese and Israeli partners, the fund strives to create synergies that benefit both markets, contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge technologies and solutions worldwide.

Investment Focus

• Companies must be Israeli or Israel-related venture-backed biopharmaceutical or high-tech firms.