UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners
Overview
Established in 2004, UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners is a venture capital firm that collaborates with universities and research institutions worldwide, focusing on science and technology to create new industries addressing global challenges. The firm manages multiple funds totaling approximately JPY 130 billion (around USD 1 billion) and has invested in over 150 startups, with 20 achieving IPOs and 22 successful M&As. UTEC's investment strategy centers on transformative science and technology, supporting bold founders and entrepreneurs, and targeting cross-border markets to solve humanity's challenges. The firm emphasizes early-stage investments, particularly in seed and early-stage startups, providing hands-on support from inception through IPO, M&A, and beyond. With a strong track record and a commitment to fostering innovation, UTEC continues to strengthen collaborations with academia both domestically and internationally, focusing on startups across deep-tech sectors to drive impactful solutions globally.
Investment Focus
- Strong scientific and technological foundation
- Innovative solutions addressing global challenges
- Experienced and dedicated founding teams
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners invest in?
UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners invests in Healthcare, Life Sciences, Information Technology, Engineering and Physical Sciences, and is based in Tokyo, Japan. UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners invest at?
UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners backs companies at Seed and Early Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners invest in?
UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners invests across United States, Japan, Europe, India, Southeast Asia and Africa.
What companies has UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners invested in?
UTEC-The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners's portfolio includes 908 Devices, Inc., Fyusion Inc., Phyzios Inc., popIn Inc., GLM Co., Ltd. and Autonomous Control Systems Laboratory Ltd. (ACSL).
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