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§ Venture Capital · Minato, Tokyo, Japan
SoftBank is a venture capital firm.
SoftBank Group Corp. is a global technology investment firm, strategically deploying capital into companies leveraging artificial intelligence and other transformative innovations. Through its Vision and Latin American Funds, SoftBank identifies and supports businesses poised for significant technological impact. The firm implements a "Cluster of No. 1 Strategy" to enhance portfolio value by fostering synergies, expanding markets and creating new industries.
Masayoshi Son founded Nihon SoftBank, the precursor to SoftBank Group Corp., in 1981. His foundational insight centered on the transformative power of the emerging information technology sector. Son aimed to build an enterprise driving the digital revolution, initially focusing on software distribution and publishing.
SoftBank’s strategic investments cultivate companies actively shaping the future of advanced technology and artificial intelligence. The firm is guided by its mission, "Information Revolution : Happiness for everyone," aspiring to empower the world's essential technologies. By fostering wise AI applications, SoftBank envisions contributing to a more connected, empowered, and joyful global society.
Key people at SoftBank.
SoftBank was founded in 1981 by Masayoshi Son (founder).
Key people at SoftBank.
SoftBank was founded in 1981 by Masayoshi Son (founder).
SoftBank has more than 26 tracked investments across 22 companies. The latest tracked deal is $225.0M Series A in Kandou AI in March 2026.