Key Takeaways:
Silicon Valley-based Across Ventures announced a strategic alliance with Japan's SBI Holdings on April 13, 2026, to launch a new $100 million fund-of-funds aimed at connecting U.S. innovation with Japanese corporations.
"This fund will operate as a Fund-of-Funds with an objective of connecting leading-edge U.S. innovation with Japanese enterprises," Emi Yoshikawa, Managing Partner at Across Ventures, said.
The new fund, named Across Ventures Fund I, L.P., is targeting approximately $100 million, which is equivalent to about ¥16 billion. The fund will focus on investing in micro venture capital funds in the United States, providing a crucial link between emerging U.S. technology and established Japanese companies.
The alliance provides a new capital bridge for early-stage U.S. technology startups to access the Japanese market. For SBI Holdings, it offers a direct channel to scout and integrate cutting-edge technologies for its corporate partners, potentially stimulating a new wave of cross-pacific technology partnerships and offering a bullish outlook for the venture ecosystem.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
