SBVA

SBVA is a venture capital firm that invests in early to growth stage startups globally, with a focus on technology innovation.

Venture Capital Seoul, South Korea Est. 2000
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Last updated 2026-07-20
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Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth

About

Established in 2000 as an early-stage venture capital arm of SoftBank Group, SBVA has a history of empowering entrepreneurs globally. In 2023, SBVA joined forces with The Edgeof, a global startup ecosystem builder, and became an independent entity. The firm focuses on early to growth stage startups with innovative technologies that can transform people's lives, and actively supports their global expansion. SBVA rebranded from SoftBank Ventures Asia to SBVA in February 2024.

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Q&A

What is SBVA's primary investment focus?
SBVA primarily invests in early to growth-stage startups, with a strong emphasis on deep technology sectors such as AI, robotics, IoT, and semiconductor design.
What is SBVA's current AUM?
SBVA manages approximately $2 billion in assets.
When was SBVA established and what is its origin?
SBVA was established in 2000 as an early-stage venture capital arm of SoftBank Group. It became an independent entity in 2023 after being acquired by The Edgeof and rebranded from SoftBank Ventures Asia to SBVA in February 2024.
Which investment stages does SBVA target?
SBVA invests across various stages, including Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, and Growth rounds.
What are SBVA's preferred geographic markets for investment?
SBVA has a global investment focus, with preferred geographies including South Korea, the United States, Japan, Israel, the EU, Southeast Asia, and China.
Which sectors does SBVA prioritize for investments?
SBVA prioritizes sectors such as Aerospace, Defense & HLS, Agriculture & Food Technologies, Automotive & Mobility Technologies, Business Software, Cyber Security, Energy Tech, Fintech & Insurtech, Health Tech & Life Sciences, and Industrial Technologies, among others.
Who is the CEO of SBVA?
JP Lee serves as the CEO of SBVA.
How many startups has SBVA invested in globally?
SBVA has invested in over 300 startups globally.
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