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FOR STARTUPS Partners with Dealroom for Global Startup Data Expansion

In a strategic move designed to bolster its services, FOR STARTUPS, Inc. (based in Minato, Tokyo, and led by CEO Yuichiro Shimizu) has entered into a partnership with the Amsterdam-based global startup data provider, Dealroom.co B.V. This collaboration aims to bring international startup information to the forefront, significantly enriching the existing dataset of STARTUP DB, one of Japan's largest information platforms specializing in growth industries. The new international data is set to be available to users by the end of 2025.

Expanding the Database

As part of this partnership, STARTUP DB will incorporate approximately 1 million translated data entries pertaining to American startups and investors from Dealroom's extensive database of around 3 million companies. This initiative will empower users of STARTUP DB ENTERPRISE to seamlessly compare and reference information on Japanese startups along with their global counterparts, transcending language barriers.

This integration is especially beneficial for corporations and Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) firms exploring collaboration and investment opportunities with Japanese startups. The enhanced platform will provide insights into:

• - The similarities and differences between Japanese and overseas startups.
• - Investment decisions informed by growth potential and valuation assessments abroad.
• - The feasibility of prospective collaborator companies and an overview of competitive landscapes.

The partnership effectively mitigates challenges posed by language discrepancies and fragmented information, facilitating comprehensive comparative research within the STARTUP DB platform.

Feature Overview

The new functionalities are tailored for businesses under contract with the STARTUP DB ENTERPRISE option and will be rolled out gradually. Key features include:

• - Detailed information about overseas startups.
• - A search function for finding international startups.
• - A download feature for international startup data, expected to launch in 2026.
• - A comparison tool for similar startups in Japan and overseas, anticipated for release in 2026.
• - Search capabilities for overseas investor companies, along with their detailed information, also expected for a 2026 release.

Through this partnership, FOR STARTUPS aims to deliver new value that contributes to the analysis of trends among both domestic and international growth industries and companies.

Insights from Dealroom and FOR STARTUPS Executives

Matthieu Demolin, COO of Dealroom.co, expressed his enthusiasm about this collaboration, emphasizing how providing global data to STARTUP DB will widen access to information for Japanese companies, investors, and entrepreneurs, fostering robust international connections. He foresees that this initiative will facilitate decision-making and encourage collaboration among innovative companies worldwide.

Yuichiro Shimizu, CEO of FOR STARTUPS, reaffirmed the company’s vision of supporting the growth of Japanese industries since its inception. He views this partnership with Dealroom as a pivotal step toward achieving that vision. This new functionality is poised to offer a global perspective to startups, corporations, and investors, cultivating an environment where domestic and international growth enterprises can collaborate and accelerate innovation.

About Dealroom.co

Founded in 2013 in Amsterdam, Dealroom.co is a global leader in providing data and intelligence about startups and the tech ecosystem. By working with prominent investors, entrepreneurs, and government agencies worldwide, Dealroom ensures transparency, analysis, and insight into venture capital activities. Their mission revolves around accelerating entrepreneurship and innovation through data, benefitting governments, businesses, venture capitalists, and entrepreneurs alike.

Company Overview of Dealroom

• - Name: Dealroom.co B.V.
• - Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
• - Founded: 2013

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About STARTUP DB

STARTUP DB is one of Japan's largest information platforms focusing on growth industries. It covers financing data and business details of over 26,000 startups and venture companies, alongside detailed patent information. It also features in-depth articles analyzing accumulated data and spotlighting noteworthy startups.
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About FOR STARTUPS, Inc.

• - Company Name: FOR STARTUPS, Inc.
• - CEO: Yuichiro Shimizu
• - Founded: September 1, 2016
• - Business: Support for growth industries
• - Stock Code: 7089 (Listed on the Tokyo Growth Market)
• - Location: 31F, Mori JP Tower, Azabudai 1-3-1, Minato, Tokyo

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FOR STARTUPS aspires to create a 'Growth Industry Support Platform' that bolsters the development of startups and challengers through various services, including talent support for startup companies, database management, community building, financial support, and exit assistance.