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Sony Ventures Corporation

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Investor type

VC / CVC

Founded

2016

AUM

$534 M

Location

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series B Series A Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Asia Europe North America
Investor profile last updated: 07 October, 2026

Profile

Sony Ventures Corporation is a venture capital firm based in Japan, operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation. It was founded with a vision to align strategic investments with Sony's various business units. The team at Sony Ventures is composed of experts with deep knowledge in technology and corporate investments, working to bridge the gap between startups and Sony's global business ecosystem. With a growing reputation in the venture capital sector, it stands out for its dual focus on financial returns and strategic value enhancement for Sony's operations.

The firm invests in a variety of sectors, including entertainment, semiconductors, gaming, financial services, and content creation technologies. It targets early to growth-stage investments across the globe, building a strategic portfolio that complements Sony's business operations. Notable past funds include the Sony Innovation Fund, with the company aiming to exceed an AUM of $534 million across its platform. The firm's fund specifics vary, approaching investments with strategic alignment in mind, with the recent Sony Innovation Fund 4 demonstrating this approach.

Recognized for leveraging Sony's comprehensive industry experience, some notable investments by Sony Ventures include innovative startups across semiconductor technologies and entertainment platforms. Portfolio companies benefit from strategic access to Sony's proprietary technologies and distribution channels, fostering growth and competitive advantage in their respective fields.

Industry

Semiconductors / Chips Telecommunications Media and Entertainment Gaming Financial Services

Sony Ventures Corporation Funds

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Sony Innovation Fund 4 L.P.
Venture Capital (VC)
Corporate VC (CVC)
Financial Services
Gaming
Media and Entertainment
Telecommunications
Semiconductors / Chips
Late Stage (Series C+)
Europe
$10-50 m
$135 M
April 2026

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Romain Poulet Sr Director Global Business Development at Sony Interactive Entertainment
Sr Director Global Business Development at Sony Interactive Entertainment
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Andy Tseng VP Corporate Development at Sony Corporation of America
VP Corporate Development at Sony Corporation of America
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FAQs about Sony Ventures Corporation

Sony Ventures Corporation is a venture capital firm that also operates as a corporate VC (CVC). It backs companies at Series B, Series A and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Sony Ventures Corporation is located in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Sony Ventures Corporation was founded in 2016.
Sony Ventures Corporation invests in companies and startups in Semiconductors / Chips, Telecommunications, Media and Entertainment, Gaming, Financial Services.
Sony Ventures Corporation invests in companies and startups in Asia, Europe, North America.
Sony Ventures Corporation invests in companies and startups at Series B, Series A, Late Stage (Series C+).
Sony Ventures Corporation usually invests $10-50 m on average.
Sony Ventures Corporation has around $534m assets under management.
Sony Ventures Corporation last fund was created/launched in 2026-04-16
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