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Funds' Participation in IVS2025

Funds, a company specializing in fixed-rate investment management services, will take part in the much-anticipated IVS2025, scheduled to be held from July 2 to 4, 2025, at the Miyakomesse in Kyoto. The company's presentation is set for the final day, July 4.

What is IVS Startup Market?

The IVS Startup Market serves as an exhibition and networking space where around 300 companies will be represented during the three-day event, with a fresh lineup of 100 startups each day. Only those startups that have passed the rigorous selection process by the IVS2025 Startup Market selection committee, based on recommendations from leading venture capital firms and entrepreneurs, will have the opportunity to showcase their innovations.

This space is designed for efficient interaction between startups and investors, where company representatives will be present at their respective booths to facilitate serious conversations around business collaboration, fund procurement, and recruitment. This setup makes it an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful business opportunities.

Location: Miyakomesse, Kyoto
Exhibition Date: July 4, 2025
Booth Number 1: 3F-SM-C-
Booth Number 2: 29
Participation Fee: Access to IVS is required, which necessitates a separate entry pass.

Overview of Funds

Funds allows individuals to indirectly lend money to publicly traded companies starting from as little as 1 yen through an online platform. As of the end of May 2025, Funds has successfully raised a total of 95 billion yen by offering 527 funds formed by 105 listed companies, with zero instances of payment delays or defaults.

For a detailed understanding of how Funds operates, you can check out their promotional video, which was made for a taxi ad: Watch Here.

About IVS2025

Since its inception in 2007, IVS has grown to become Japan's largest startup conference, gathering startups, investors, major corporations, and creators from both domestic and international scenes. The theme for 2025 is “Reshape Japan with Global Minds,” aimed at co-creating Japan's future by incorporating global trends through networking, pitch contests like “IVS LAUNCHPAD,” and various sessions and side events. Additionally, the “IVS Youth” program will take place on July 5, targeting middle and high school students to expand their entrepreneurial skills.

Join us in Kyoto, where historical richness meets cutting-edge technology, as we collectively work to 'reshape' Japan's future.

Official Event Name: IVS2025
Main Event Date: July 2-4, 2025
IVS Youth Program Date: July 5, 2025
Venue: Miyakomesse, Kyoto
Organizers: IVS KYOTO Executive Committee (Headline Japan / Kyoto Prefecture / Kyoto City)
Official Website: IVS Official Site
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Key Features of Fixed-Rate Investment by Funds

• - Stable Returns: Funds provides fixed-rate financial products that help in stable asset formation without being directly impacted by market fluctuations, easing the psychological burden and management hassle.
• - Investment from 1 Yen: Enabling even novice investors to participate without feeling intimidated, Funds allows investments starting from 1 yen.
• - Selective Participation: Only companies that meet the rigorous financial and business plan criteria set by Funds can participate in fundraising.
• - Exclusive Benefits: Some funds offer 'Funds privileges' to investors, providing discounts and invitations to exclusive tasting events.

Funds aims to cultivate new connections between individual investors and businesses through monetary engagement, bringing forth new values and opportunities in the market.

Company Profile

Company Name: Funds Inc.
Headquarters: 5F Fujiwara Building, 1-10-11 Ebisu-nishi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
CEO: Yuichiro Fujita
Establishment Date: November 1, 2016
Capital: 100 million yen
Financial Services Registration Number: Kanto Local Finance Bureau Director (Kinsho) No. 3103
Membership: Japan Financial Services Association, Type II Financial Instruments Business

Important Notices on Fees and Risks

• - No Fees for Opening Accounts or Investments: While Funds does not charge any fees for account opening, management, or investment, users are responsible for transfer fees to deposit accounts at their banking institutions.
• - Market Conditions Impact on Bonds: The bonds representing the source of dividends for Funds' offerings are not traded in the financial product market and have no market price; however, they may be affected by market trends when determining the resale price to third parties.
• - Cooling-Off Period and Restrictions: Generally, funds can be canceled within eight days from the application date, but early cancellations are not permitted, and selling fund shares requires consent from the company or fund establishment entity.
• - No Guarantee of Principal: There is a risk of loss with Funds, and it's essential to read the important documents carefully to understand each fund's terms and inherent risks.