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Established in 2000 as SoftBank Group's early-stage venture capital arm, SBVA is now an independent entity focused on empowering global entrepreneurs and fostering innovation across various technology sectors.

Liquidstar designs and deploys energy distribution infrastructure for emerging markets. It develops waypoint charge stations that host smart batteries to enable electrical power distribution beyond the traditional grid. Its platform supports modular, distributed energy systems powered in part by excess solar energy, creating wireless battery-powered ecosystems that sustain essential services during grid outages. By enabling mini-grid and off-grid operations, Liquidstar provides reliable electricity for critical facilities and communities, including disaster scenarios, while reducing dependence on centralized utilities. The solution emphasizes scalable, resilient power delivery that can be deployed rapidly to improve energy access in challenging environments.