SBI JI Innovation Fund

SBI JI Innovation Fund is a venture capital firm focused on the biopharmaceutical and life science sectors. It strategically invests capital in innovative companies, typically venture-backed, advancing therapeutic development, drug discovery, and medical technology. The fund aims to accelerate enterprises bringing novel solutions to significant healthcare challenges globally.

Established in early 2017, the fund resulted from a partnership between SBI Holdings, a major Japanese financial services group, and Vertex, an Israeli venture capital firm. This alliance was formed to combine Japanese financial strength with Israel's burgeoning biotech innovation, aiming to unlock significant opportunities within the global life sciences industry.

The fund's customers are life science companies, from startups to those in clinical stages, receiving both funding and strategic support. SBI JI Innovation Fund's vision is to foster impactful medical breakthroughs, cultivating successful ventures that advance human health and deliver value through cutting-edge biopharma innovations.