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Siiibo Securities to Share Insights at Finance Mix Event

Siiibo Securities, based in Chuo City, Tokyo, will participate in the upcoming offline event titled "Finance Mix: Behind the Scenes of Fundraising" on September 4, 2025. The event is aimed at startups and is hosted by INQ Co., Ltd. in collaboration with NEXs Tokyo. Akira Okamoto, the head of Siiibo's sales department, will be presenting at the event. The goal is to disseminate valuable knowledge from actual fundraising cases to contribute to the growth of the entire startup ecosystem.

Siiibo specializes in supporting unlisted companies, particularly startups, in their fundraising efforts through its bond issuance and purchasing platform. One key highlight of the event will be a discussion based on the success story of ABABA Inc., which raised 1.25 billion yen in a Series B funding round using Siiibo's platform. The event format will feature both the fundraising company and their investors sharing insights, moderated by a seasoned professional in startup financing.

As more startups are adopting the Finance Mix approach—utilizing various fundraising methods like equity investments and venture debt to secure growth capital—participants can expect a deep dive into real-world examples and actionable insights.

Event Overview

The event titled "Finance Mix: Behind the Scenes of Fundraising" will feature:

• - Date: September 4, 2025 (Thursday)
• - Time: 19:00 - 21:00
• - Location: NEXs Tokyo, Marunouchi 3-3-1, Tokyo 100-0005

Participant Profile

This event is tailored for:

• - CXOs of seed to Series A startups seeking to catch up on relevant fundraising examples
• - Mid and later stage startup CXOs looking to learn about recent cases for their upcoming funding rounds
• - Venture Capitalists (VCs) and Corporate Venture Capitalists (CVCs)
• - Financial institutions and startup supporters

Speakers Include:

• - Taku Morishima, CFO of ABABA Inc.
• - Hiroto Hagiwara, Corporate Planning Officer at China Bank
• - Akira Okamoto, Sales Department Head at Siiibo Securities

The moderator for the session will be Teppei Wakabayashi, CEO of INQ. Known for his expertise in startup financing support, he will guide the discussion and ensure a comprehensive exploration of the fundraising topics at hand.

Agenda

• - 18:30: Registration Opens
• - 19:00: Session Begins
• - 20:25: Session Ends
• - 20:30: Networking Session
• - 21:00: Conclusion

Registration Information

Advance registration is required, and participation is free. Attendees can sign up through the link provided on the event page. Note that promotional activities are discouraged during the networking segment.

Benefits of Siiibo’s Bond Issuance

Through its platform, Siiibo offers a unique financing alternative—pure debt that does not require warrants, minimizing equity dilution for businesses. The average redemption period is between 2 to 4 years, ensuring flexibility in use of funds, allowing for investments in new business ventures or M&As. Importantly, this option is accessible to companies even before achieving profitability, with no restrictions on industry, making it an ideal solution for a diverse range of businesses seeking to extend their funding timeline or push for operational profitability.

About Siiibo Securities

Siiibo Securities aims to create a financial landscape defined by freedom, transparency, and fairness. As the only online securities company in Japan focused specifically on bonds, it operates a platform that enables bond issuance and purchasing online. They provide corporate clients with IR postings and assistance in bond issuance, while offering investors access to company information and bond management services.

For more information about Siiibo Securities, please visit Siiibo's website.

Contact Information

For inquiries related to this event, please contact the PR department at Siiibo Securities via email at [email protected].