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AnyMind launches platform for creator livestream campaigns
The platform supports formats including video ads, overlays, chat integrations, promo codes, and product placements.
SoftBank’s credit risk rises as OpenAI exposure grows
SoftBank recently raised 1 trillion yen (US$6.45 billion) through a retail bond sale in Japan.
Mitsubishi Heavy, PFN deepen AI partnership with $64.6m deal
The companies first teamed up in June to develop AI for critical infrastructure.
Waymo, Go plan autonomous taxi service in Tokyo for 2027
Waymo began collecting data in Tokyo in 2025 using human-driven Jaguar I-PACE vehicles.
Japan’s Kioxia considers $10b US listing in 2027
Kioxia rebranded from Toshiba Memory in 2019 and remains backed by Bain Capital.
SoftBank-backed SB Energy plans up to $500m Japan sale
SB Energy has publicly filed a Form S-1 in the US, but the available materials did not specify a listing exchange or ticker symbol.
20 largest exits in Japan
Here’s our regularly updated list of the country’s biggest startup exits.
SoftBank shares fell 13% as OpenAI, Anthropic urge caution
The drop was SoftBank’s biggest since late June and left the stock about 30% below its June peak.
SoftBank secures $11.9b loan for OpenAI investment
Around 20 banks committed to SoftBank’s two-year financing facility.
Mapping the AI startups making waves in Japan
Mapping Japan’s AI sector: Key players, top investors, and funding insights in one report.



