Tokyo, October 31, 2024
A Taiwan-Japan startup exchange event was successfully held today at Kamiyacho Trust Tower in Tokyo, hosted by Drone Fund. The event focused on fostering innovation collaboration in the fields of drones and Deep Tech. Ten Taiwanese startup teams joined Japanese investors and technical experts for presentations and in-depth discussions, exploring new opportunities for technology applications and market expansion.
Drone Fund, a venture capital firm specializing in the drone industry, has long been dedicated to advancing drones and related technologies, including Cyber Security, semiconductors, and communication technology. The company not only provides financial support but also assists businesses with market planning, regulatory adaptation, and commercial development, serving as a key driver in the drone industry ecosystem.
▲ Dr. Chen Guoliang, Deputy Director of the Hsinchu Science Park Bureau, introduces Taiwan’s industrial environment to the Japanese participants
The event began with opening remarks by Dr. Chen Guoliang, Deputy Director of the Hsinchu Science Park Bureau, and Huang Jingyao, Chairman of the Asia Pacific Accelerator Network. This was followed by a presentation from the Drone Fund team, who shared their investment strategies and areas of focus, particularly emphasizing the commercial potential of drones and Deep Tech.
Taiwanese startup teams delivered 30-second pitches, showcasing their technological innovations and application scenarios. They engaged in Q&A sessions with Drone Fund experts and Japanese investors, delving into discussions about market demands and potential technological solutions.
Through this event, companies and investors from Taiwan and Japan held multi-level discussions on market development directions for drone applications, Deep Tech, and related technologies. Taiwanese startup teams remarked that the event not only deepened their understanding of the Japanese market but also opened doors to potential collaborations with Drone Fund and other Japanese investors. Drone Fund expressed its enthusiasm for building innovative connections in technology and markets with Taiwanese startups, further advancing collaboration in high-tech fields between the two sides.