SoftBank Capital

SoftBank Capital was a US-based multi-stage corporate venture capital investment company focused on technology and telecom early-stage businesses.

Corporate VC New York, United States Est. 1995
Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

SoftBank Capital was a US-based multi-stage corporate venture capital investment company, the investment arm of the Japanese telecom company SoftBank Corp. It focused on technology and telecom early-stage businesses, providing venture funding and strategic support services across all stages of investment, including seed, early-stage venture, late-stage venture, and private equity. The firm managed approximately $600 million across three funds. SoftBank Capital was closed by SoftBank in 2015, ceasing active new investments but continuing to oversee its prior portfolio.

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4 portfolio exits on record.

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Business Software2
Cyber Security1
Health Tech & Life Sciences1

Q&A

What is SoftBank Capital's primary investment focus?
SoftBank Capital was the venture capital arm of SoftBank Group, investing in early-stage tech startups, particularly in internet, mobile, and software sectors. Its legacy continues through the SoftBank Vision Fund.
When was SoftBank Capital founded?
SoftBank Capital was founded in 1995.
Which notable companies were part of SoftBank Capital's portfolio?
SoftBank Capital backed notable companies such as Chiasma and Taykey.
Can you provide details on a recent exit for SoftBank Capital?
In November 2017, SoftBank Capital saw an exit with the acquisition of Taykey by Innovid.
What was a significant exit for SoftBank Capital in the health tech sector?
In July 2015, Chiasma, a SoftBank Capital portfolio company, had a Public Offering on NASDAQ with a valuation of $562M, raising $102M.
Which sectors has SoftBank Capital focused on for its portfolio companies?
SoftBank Capital's portfolio companies are primarily in Business Software, Cyber Security, and Health Tech & Life Sciences.
Who are the founders of SoftBank Capital?
Ron Fisher and Eric Hippeau are among the founders of SoftBank Capital.
What was SoftBank Capital's involvement with ConteXtream?
SoftBank Capital was an investor in ConteXtream, which was acquired by Micro Focus in May 2015.
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