Only 2% of VC funding goes to women-led startups. The question isn’t why, it’s 'what now'. At IVS, we gathered leaders across Asia and Europe to rethink what real change looks like.

M&A in Japan isn’t just an exit—it’s a growth hack. At IVS, we hosted a candid conversation with founders and operators who’ve used acquisitions to grow faster, go deeper, and build better businesses.

At IVS2024, a powerhouse panel tackled BIG questions: How can Japan accelerate growth, modernize infrastructure, and bridge tradition with innovation?

At IVS, policymakers and industry leaders came together to discuss Japan’s ¥10 trillion startup investment goal by 2027.

At IVS2024 KYOTO, key figures from Japan’s startup ecosystem—Toshimitsu Motegi (LDP Secretary-General), Hiro Nishiguchi (Startup Genome Japan), Masaru Nagura (CIC Japan), and moderator Chika Minami (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)—shared insights on elevating Japan’s global role.

At Headline Asia, we highlight stories of founders who adapt and grow in changing markets. In this edition, we’re sharing the journey of Alex Yeh , the founder of GMI Cloud , and how he built a data center business that evolved into an AI-driven infrastructure company.

In order to create world-class Japanese brands, Shingo Yuhara, Masafumi Nishizawa, and Michael (Akira) Takahashi are building foundations for sustainable growth, helping e-commerce entrepreneurs solve business challenges, and building comprehensive teams capable of supporting a wide range of business needs.

Authme stands out for its pioneering approach to identity verification and eKYC solutions tailored for regulated industries. By leveraging its FIMA & ISO-certified advanced technologies, they are not only addressing critical challenges faced by businesses in today’s evolving regulatory landscape but are also uniquely positioned to implement financial fraud prevention on a global scale.

Cross-border shipping had many issues that needed to be tackled such as lack of delivery safety, high import costs, and huge price differences across the border. In this Founders Spotlight, we will highlight the founder, Sheldon Li, and how Buyandship decided to solve this complex issue.

A California-based company is leading the charge in revolutionizing last-mile delivery through autonomous robots, with a mission to make delivery cheaper, faster, and more eco-friendly. But what is Kiwibot, and how did it get started? In this article, we'll dive into the story of Kiwibot and explore how it's transforming the delivery landscape.