SIP Global Partners

SIP Global Partners is a venture capital firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in New York. Founded in 2019, it focuses on cross-border investments in early and growth-stage technology companies. The firm backs ventures spanning digital media, immersive technologies such as virtual, augmented and mixed reality, and related areas including Internet of Things, big data and edge computing, smart cities, robotics, fintech, cybersecurity, and digital health. Its investment scope also encompasses AI applications and infrastructure, automation and mobility, advanced manufacturing, quantum computing, new energy and grid technology, network software and security.

Melisa Brown

Investor

Susie Gruda

Venture Partner

Kaori Iwamoto

COO

Shigeki Saitoh

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Matthew Salloway

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Jeffrey Smith

General Partner

15 past transactions

EnCharge AI

Series B in 2025
EnCharge AI specializes in AI compute solutions, spanning from edge to cloud. The company focuses on delivering efficient and sustainable technology for AI computation, empowering businesses to utilize advanced AI models without constraints of power, space, or cost. Their products support diverse applications, facilitating enhanced performance and scalability in AI-driven initiatives.

Lightmatter

Series C in 2023
Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Lightmatter is an artificial intelligence hardware company that specializes in integrated optical technology. It designs photonic chips to enable data processing and communication through light signals, aiming to improve efficiency and scalability for AI data centers.

Seurat Technologies

Series C in 2023
Seurat Technologies, Inc., incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in advanced 3D printing services aimed at revolutionizing industrial manufacturing. The company focuses on high-volume, decarbonized production of metal parts, utilizing its innovative Area Printing technology, which allows for the decoupling of resolution and speed. This scalable process positions Seurat to compete effectively with traditional manufacturing methods. The company's technology, originally developed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, is supported by a robust portfolio of over 130 granted and pending patents. Seurat provides metal parts for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) through long-term contracts, employing techniques such as direct metal writing and selective laser melting to ensure cost-effective production at scale.

Kotoba Technologies

Seed Round in 2023
Kotoba Technologies specializes in custom software development for businesses, focusing on integrating and supporting large language models within corporate applications. They work closely with Japanese companies to comprehend unique business needs and provide tailored technical support.

Lightmatter

Series C in 2023
Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Lightmatter is an artificial intelligence hardware company that specializes in integrated optical technology. It designs photonic chips to enable data processing and communication through light signals, aiming to improve efficiency and scalability for AI data centers.

Realtime Robotics

Venture Round in 2022
Realtime Robotics, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing motion planning and control technologies for robots and autonomous vehicles. The company offers a collision-free motion planning platform that allows robots to react instantaneously to their surroundings, enabling safe operation in unstructured environments. Their RapidPlan processor integrates advanced software and hardware, allowing for the generation of safe motion plans in milliseconds, effectively eliminating the trade-off between speed and safety in automation. By facilitating seamless interaction with both static and dynamic objects, Realtime Robotics enhances the capabilities of robots in various applications, including industrial automation and autonomous vehicles, thereby promoting broader adoption and integration of robotics technology in everyday operations.

XL Batteries

Venture Round in 2022
XL Batteries develops a technology platform and low-waste, scalable energy storage solutions focused on reducing waste within energy infrastructure and supporting renewables. Founded in 2019 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company designs batteries that use non-corrosive chemistry paired with a flow-battery architecture to create stable, safe, non-flammable, and inexpensive components that are simple to scale. The resulting grid-scale storage offers an electrochemical option that can be deployed anywhere, anytime to enhance grid reliability and enable broader use of renewable energy.

READY Robotics

Venture Round in 2022
Founded in 2016, READY Robotics is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. The company specializes in developing ForgeOS, an industrial operating system for robotics and automation. This patented technology enables manufacturers to deploy and manage robots efficiently using a standardized set of low-code apps, particularly beneficial for high-mix/low-volume manufacturing.

Seurat Technologies

Series B in 2022
Seurat Technologies, Inc., incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in advanced 3D printing services aimed at revolutionizing industrial manufacturing. The company focuses on high-volume, decarbonized production of metal parts, utilizing its innovative Area Printing technology, which allows for the decoupling of resolution and speed. This scalable process positions Seurat to compete effectively with traditional manufacturing methods. The company's technology, originally developed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, is supported by a robust portfolio of over 130 granted and pending patents. Seurat provides metal parts for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) through long-term contracts, employing techniques such as direct metal writing and selective laser melting to ensure cost-effective production at scale.

Fable

Series A in 2021
Fable, Inc. is a computer software company based in New York that develops a web-based motion design platform. Founded in 2018, Fable aims to empower creators by providing an accessible tool for storytelling through motion. The platform facilitates collaboration among teams and enhances the creative process for both beginners and experienced professionals. Users can easily create animations and save their projects as GIFs or HD videos, making it a versatile solution for various creative needs.

Kodiak Robotics

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2018, Kodiak Robotics specializes in developing autonomous technology for long-haul trucking. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company focuses on creating safe and efficient self-driving trucks equipped with advanced sensor fusion systems.

Syng

Series A in 2021
Syng is an audio company dedicated to transforming the human relationship with sound through innovative hardware and software solutions. The company develops a smart audio system that emphasizes exceptional sound quality and thoughtful design. By offering a platform for creators and listeners, Syng enables them to engage with, explore, and share sound in transformative ways. Its focus on both technology and aesthetics allows it to stand out in the audio industry, catering to the needs of users who seek immersive auditory experiences.

Lightmatter

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Lightmatter is an artificial intelligence hardware company that specializes in integrated optical technology. It designs photonic chips to enable data processing and communication through light signals, aiming to improve efficiency and scalability for AI data centers.

Tilt Five

Series A in 2020
Tilt Five, Inc. is a company that specializes in augmented reality (AR) products designed for tabletop gaming. Founded in 2017 by Jeri Ellsworth and Jamie Gennis, and based in San Jose, California, the company offers an innovative gaming system that includes AR glasses, a game board, and a wand. This system utilizes advanced projection technology to deliver immersive 3D holographic imagery and sound, allowing users to interact with the gaming environment and each other in a new way. Tilt Five's products enable seamless connectivity with existing computers, such as Windows PCs and Android devices, and support popular gaming platforms like Google Play and Steam, enhancing social gaming experiences for friends and family.

Croquet

Seed Round in 2020
Croquet develops a browser-based operating system for creating collaborative, interactive virtual worlds. Its platform enables JavaScript developers to build and publish multiuser Metaverse experiences accessible to hundreds of millions of internet users.
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