Sony Innovation Fund

Sony Innovation Fund is the venture capital arm of Sony Corporation, established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The fund specializes in investing in early-stage technology startups, with a particular focus on sectors such as entertainment, fintech, healthcare, the internet of things, mobility, deep tech, and sensor technologies. In addition to providing financial support, the fund aims to foster business creation by offering access to Sony's extensive global network and resources. Through collaboration with startups, Sony Innovation Fund seeks to catalyze innovation and growth in areas aligned with Sony's strategic interests.

Ludovic Copéré

Investor

Roberta Ferrari

Investor

Tiffany Huang

Investor

Farrukh Hussain

Investor

Mahesh Kumar

Investor

Costantino Mariella

Senior Venture Capital Investment Manager

Roy Meirom

Investor

Austin Noronha

Managing Director

Aadit Parikh

Investor

Namita Raichura

Investor

Tony Seeff

Investor

Satoko Suenaga

Investor

Chieko Tazuke

Investment Director

Joseph Tou

Managing Director

Emily (Goldberg) Tseng

Investor

Gen Tsuchikawa

Investor

Atsuto Ueno

Investor

Andrew Yi

Senior Associate

De Zhang

Investor

Past deals in Speech Recognition

DSP Concepts Inc.

Series C in 2022
DSP Concepts Inc. specializes in developing audio tools and intellectual property for creators of audio-enabled products. The company offers Audio Weaver, a versatile audio processing engine designed for embedded systems, featuring a library of audio building blocks for various applications. In addition, it provides TalkTo, a suite of machine learning and microphone processing algorithms that enhance audio quality in challenging environments. DSP Concepts also delivers software solutions, such as an asynchronous sample rate converter for devices with multiple audio input and output streams. Its services extend to design and consulting, automotive audio design and tuning, and custom internet protocol development. The company's clientele includes notable industry leaders in automotive, smart home, and entertainment sectors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, DSP Concepts has additional offices in Massachusetts, Germany, and China.

RevComm

Series A in 2020
RevComm Inc. is a Tokyo-based startup specializing in AI and voice-enabled cloud services. The company develops innovative solutions, including MiiTel, an AI-equipped cloud IP phone designed to enhance telephone sales by visualizing interactions. RevComm utilizes advanced voice analysis technology to provide real-time insights into sales and customer support conversations, which helps businesses improve their contract rates, reduce customer churn, and lower training expenses. By focusing on enhancing productivity through intelligent communication tools, RevComm aims to transform the way organizations engage with their clients.

DSP Concepts Inc.

Series B in 2020
DSP Concepts Inc. specializes in developing audio tools and intellectual property for creators of audio-enabled products. The company offers Audio Weaver, a versatile audio processing engine designed for embedded systems, featuring a library of audio building blocks for various applications. In addition, it provides TalkTo, a suite of machine learning and microphone processing algorithms that enhance audio quality in challenging environments. DSP Concepts also delivers software solutions, such as an asynchronous sample rate converter for devices with multiple audio input and output streams. Its services extend to design and consulting, automotive audio design and tuning, and custom internet protocol development. The company's clientele includes notable industry leaders in automotive, smart home, and entertainment sectors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, DSP Concepts has additional offices in Massachusetts, Germany, and China.
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