このシリーズでは異なる種類の様々なDAOを比較し、伝統的な組織体制との違いを深い分析とともに導きます。よくある勘違いにも触れながら、DAOの将来的なポテンシャルは何なのか探っていこうと思います。

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弊社（Headline - Asia *旧インフィニティベンチャーズ）はアジアのスタートアップエコシステムの底上げを目的とし、2007年に招待制カンファレンス 「Infinity Ventures Summit（IVS）」を発足。過去13年間での開催は通算20回超（年2回開催）、歴史・規模ともに国内最大規模のインターネット業界トップレベルの経営者・経営幹部が集まるカンファレンスとして発展を続けています。

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Meet the top five startups who have amazed 400 Japanese business leaders in NASU.

Announcing the Winners of IVS 2021 LAUNCHPAD NASU

Announcing the Winners of IVS 2021 LAUNCHPAD NASU | Headline

LAUNCHPAD finalists have raised over 300 billion yen.

All of LAUNCHPAD Finalists Exits and Funding

All of LAUNCHPAD Finalists Exits and Funding | Headline

We’re following up on the amazing achievements made by the latest three LAUNCHPAD winners.

LAUNCHPAD Winners: Where Are They Now? | Headline

IVS Crypto is the first crypto conference held by Infinity Ventures Crypto (IVC) and Infinity Ventures Summit (IVS), the largest C-level startup conference in Japan.

Join us for the 28th edition of Infinity Venture Summit in Japan

IVS Crypto 2022 Naha: Join us for the 28th edition of Infinity Venture Summit in Japan | Headline

Most startups in Japan exit by IPO, or going public. And 2021 was the year in which we witnessed some major changes in Japan’s IPO market.

Cornerstone investments (also known as anchor investments), are when an investor, usually a large institutional or sovereign investor, reaches an agreement to subscribe for a fixed monetary amount of shares in an IPO.

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part I

Evolution 1: Cornerstone investment (Anchor investment)

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part I | Headline

Among the investors that invest in companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, about 28~31 percent are foreign investors.

※Cornerstone investment (also known as anchor investment): An agreement by an investor, usually a large institutional or sovereign investor, to subscribe for a fixed monetary amount of shares in an IPO.

※Global Offering: Under this structure, the company and its underwriters need to prepare all the necessary documents and follow the legal processes in each country to be compliant with local regulations. The pro is that the company can raise funds from investors in any country, but the con is that the cost is high and the process is time-consuming.
※Rinpo-type Global Offering: With this structure, the company and its underwriters are able to just use the documents they had already created for the Japanese investors to pitch to international investors. The pro is that it is much easier and less complicated than Global Offering, but the con is that most international investors cannot read Japanese materials and tend to show less interest in companies that cannot afford Global Offering. In addition, there are also a number of other legal restrictions.

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part II

Evolution 2: Global offerings and foreign investors

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part II | Headline

The market cap (the value of the company) at IPO is getting higher. In 2020, no company had a market cap at IPO over JPY 10 billion, but in 2021, there were five.

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part III

Evolution 3: Market Cap, IPO size, and PS Ratio

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part III | Headline

There are some qualitative changes that would also change the dynamics of Japan’s IPO market.

※SPAC: A special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) is a company that has no commercial operations and is formed strictly to raise capital through an initial public offering (IPO) for the purpose of acquiring or merging with an existing company. It is also known as a “blank check company”.

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part IV

Evolution 4: SPAC, restructuring of boards, and others

A Look into the Evolving IPO Landscape in Japan — Part IV | Headline

Theodoric Chew, Co-Founder and CEO of Intellect tells us the rapid growth process of Intellect and the importance of mental health care.

“Headline’s approach in understanding a market [segment], as well as the business mechanics of what makes a startup successful in it, was exceptional and advanced in many ways.” — Theodoric Chew, CEO, and Co-Founder of Intellect.

“…That’s why I started Intellect, in order to tackle a problem I personally faced and know the majority of people in the world [also experience] or can deeply relate to..” — Theodoric Chew, CEO and Co-Founder of Intellect.

“Following what I shared earlier, we believe that in Asia, a big part of our mission and work is to [change] the perception of how people perceive mental health & wellbeing; from one that is clinical to one that is relatable and happening every day. That is what drives us to constantly work towards making mental health stigma-free.” — Theodoric Chew, CEO and Co-Founder of Intellect.

Founder Spotlight of Intellect: Theodoric Chew

Intellect is Asia-Pacific’s fastest growing startup that provides comprehensive mental health services.

Founder Spotlight of Intellect: Theodoric Chew | Headline

Newborn social media game-changers are coming.

The youth are leaving Facebook. Four new social networks you should look at.

Popular social media game-changers are going to take the industry-leading position.

The youth are leaving Facebook. Four new social networks you should look at | Headline

Popular social media game-changers among the young generation — Dispo, Poparazzi, Lapse, and Locket.

Founded in 2016, ICW (International Compliance Workshop) connects global retailers, manufacturers, and TIC providers to reduce supply chain hassles in worldwide sourcing and digitalizing the supply chain process.

“ICW builds a marketplace based on data is shaping up to be the cornerstone of B2B commerce in the future,” said Headline Asia Principal Brian Yen, who lead the investment. “E-commerce is driving supply chain innovation due to the increasing popularity of cross-border transactions. Quality control is a huge market and will be playing an even more important role in the future as the consumers demand transparency over the supply chain.” 
“Quality control is a huge market and will be playing an even more important role in the future as the consumers demand transparency over the supply chain.” — Brian Yen, Principal at Headline Asia

“I decided to leave my stable high-paid job in the Certification organization because I realized life is short and time is precious. It’s time for me to pursue my own dream so I can tell my father in heaven that I made it.” — Gary Lam

Founder Spotlight of ICW: Gary Lam | Headline

International Compliance Workshop offers brands a modern approach to product inspections and QC.

It’s our honor to announce that Koichi Maruo joined the Headline team in Asia as Advisor on June 1, 2021.

Introducing Headline’s New Advisor in Asia, Koichi Maruo