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Taiwan 96 Tech Innovation Shine at CES 2024

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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TAIPEI, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Taiwan Tech Arena (TTA), under the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), led Taiwanese startups to participate in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) for the seventh consecutive year.

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  • TAIPEI, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Taiwan Tech Arena (TTA), under the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), led Taiwanese startups to participate in the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) for the seventh consecutive year.
  • Wayne Wang, Director of the Hsinchu Science Park Bureau, led a delegation of representatives from 96 high-tech startups based in Taiwan, showcasing the country's significant role in the global information and communications technology sector.
  • Taiwan has played a reliable and critical role in the semiconductor industry, with NSTC making IC innovation applications a policy focus.
  • Leveraging the advantages of the semiconductor industry ecosystem, the council aims to strengthen innovation capabilities across various industries and actively recruit international startups and talents related to IC innovation.

JETRO to Debut New Pitch Stage and Events at CES 2024 Japan Pavilion Featuring 30 Japanese Startups

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will support 30 Japanese startups at CES 2024 (Jan. 9-12) in Las Vegas.

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  • The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will support 30 Japanese startups at CES 2024 (Jan. 9-12) in Las Vegas.
  • This will be JETRO’s sixth year sponsoring the Japan (J-Startup) Pavilion at Eureka Park – CES’ premier tech arena – and for the first time, JETRO will construct a stage within the pavilion where exhibiting startups will participate in pitch events and international pitch battles.
  • The Japan Pavilion will be located at Venetian Expo 1F Hall G Booth 62801.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240104629595/en/
    JETRO to set up new pitch stage and lounge at CES 2024 Japan (J-Startup) Pavilion (Photo: Business Wire)

Techstars Launches New Accelerator Program in Japan in Partnership with Mitsui Fudosan and JETRO

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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Techstars , the largest pre-seed investor in the world, Mitsui Fudosan , a leading global real estate developer headquartered in Tokyo, and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), are partnering to bring a new accelerator program to Japan.

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  • Techstars , the largest pre-seed investor in the world, Mitsui Fudosan , a leading global real estate developer headquartered in Tokyo, and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), are partnering to bring a new accelerator program to Japan.
  • The partnership between Techstars, Mitsui Fudosan and JETRO, marks a collaborative effort to support the continued growth of Japan’s startup ecosystem.
  • While Techstars Tokyo is Techstars’ first equity-based accelerator in Japan, it builds on Techstars’ ecosystem development work which has supported entrepreneurs at the earliest stages through Founder Catalyst and Startup Weekend.
  • Following the inaugural program in 2024, Techstars Tokyo will conduct a series of this program roughly once yearly from 2025 onward, with plans to continue holding the program over multiple years.

Berkeley SkyDeck Partners with JETRO and Leading Japanese Universities to Accelerate Global Innovation

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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Notably, the MoU includes JETRO support for Berkeley SkyDeck to launch a formal startup support program in Japan, which would be Berkeley SkyDeck’s second formal international program after Berkeley SkyDeck Milano in Europe.

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  • Notably, the MoU includes JETRO support for Berkeley SkyDeck to launch a formal startup support program in Japan, which would be Berkeley SkyDeck’s second formal international program after Berkeley SkyDeck Milano in Europe.
  • The MoU represents the latest step in this multi-year partnership and Berkeley SkyDeck’s commitment to continued global expansion and startup representation.
  • In addition to launching new programs in Japan, Berkeley SkyDeck will coordinate with JETRO San Francisco and six leading Japanese universities for programs conducted in the United States.
  • Its partnerships with institutions like Berkeley SkyDeck have also significantly contributed to this goal; Berkeley SkyDeck is currently hosting 29 Japanese startups that were recommended by JETRO as part of its current program cohort.

JAPAN PAVILION TO BE UNVEILED AT THE SPECIALTY FOOD ASSOCIATION 2024 WINTER FANCY FOOD SHOW

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This winter Japan will be the first Asian nation appointed as the partner country of the Specialty Food Association 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 21-23, 2024. Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will debut a very special Japan Pavilion that will showcase an unparalleled and diverse selection of gastronomic delights within the Pavilion that reflect the culturally rich regions, artisans, and time-honored techniques from throughout Japan that are admired the world over.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This winter Japan will be the first Asian nation appointed as the partner country of the Specialty Food Association 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 21-23, 2024.
  • The Japan Pavilion will feature approximately over 50 companies and organizations exhibiting a wide selection of Japanese food products, including an emphasis on Japan's world-class seafood.
  • As a result, the exciting edible experiences of Japanese food will continue to inspire and inform the specialty food category now and in the future.
  • "The Specialty Food Association is very excited to partner with the Japan External Trade Organization for the 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show," said Bill Lynch, SFA president.

SHOWFIELDS Brooklyn Unveils Holiday 2023 Brand Collection

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SHOWFIELDS Brooklyn is thrilled to introduce its latest curation, just in time for the holiday season. This month, over sixty outstanding brands make their debut in-store, offering an eclectic blend of the finest in fashion, beauty, wellness, gifts, travel and more.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SHOWFIELDS Brooklyn is thrilled to introduce its latest curation, just in time for the holiday season.
  • This size-inclusive collection of bras, panties, and bustiers, features luxurious fabrics, sexy details, and the softest stretch lace ever.
  • TAKUMI NEXT : For those seeking unique gifts, SHOWFIELDS has partnered with The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) to showcase their "TAKUMI NEXT" project.
  • Lightbox Jewelry : Gifts with sparkle take center stage with the latest lab-grown diamond showcase from Lightbox Jewelry, a brand that initially joined SHOWFIELDS in Summer 2023.

A Record Number of International Professionals Attend the Fourth Edition of TCCF

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach - 15 November 2023 - Last Sunday, November 12, concluded the fourth edition of the Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF), an international meeting point for content industry professionals organized by the Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) in Taipei.

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  • TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach - 15 November 2023 - Last Sunday, November 12, concluded the fourth edition of the Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF), an international meeting point for content industry professionals organized by the Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) in Taipei.
  • During the 6-day event, thousands of guests from 29 countries attended the on-site activities, with 241 international professionals landing in Taipei —a record number for the emerging event.
  • This is the first year TCCF accepts international entries receiving a record-breaking 539 projects from 29 regions.
  • The 53 selected titles were eligible for 30 awards sponsored by local and international partners.

SHOWFIELDS Welcomes JETRO's Test-Marketing Project for Japanese "Takumi" Brands

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) has unveiled "TAKUMI NEXT," a curated collection of Japanese artisanal brands in partnership with SHOWFIELDS, a US-based experiential department store.

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  • The project's primary objective is to seamlessly integrate brands embodying the "Takumi" spirit into modern lifestyles and current markets.
  • The SHOWFIELDS curation will feature 46 shoppable brands, encompassing a wide array of Japan's renowned crafts, including ceramics, fabrics, paper, incense, and more.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with JETRO on this project," says SHOWFIELDS co-founder and CEO Tal Zvi Nathanel.
  • The TAKUMI NEXT curation is now live at SHOWFIELDS Brooklyn, with new brands set to be added during the Holiday season.

JETRO Partners with Top Accelerators to Launch “Global Startup Acceleration Program”

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), with the support of the Government of Japan’s Cabinet Office, will launch this year’s Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP) in September.

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  • The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), with the support of the Government of Japan’s Cabinet Office, will launch this year’s Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP) in September.
  • The acceleration program will focus on supporting the overseas expansion of Japanese startups.
  • Five courses will be conducted exclusively in English, and JETRO will provide support for global expansion to each startup according to the needs of each company.
  • The Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP) – formerly known as the Startup City Acceleration Program – was originally founded in 2020 to help facilitate the growth and expansion of Japanese startup ecosystems.

JETRO to Showcase 10 Japanese Startups at Disrupt 2023 Japan Pavilion

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will be sponsoring the Japan Pavilion once again at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 (September 19-21) in San Francisco, as part of the J-StarX program, which aims to foster entrepreneurship in Japan.

Key Points: 
  • The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will be sponsoring the Japan Pavilion once again at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 (September 19-21) in San Francisco, as part of the J-StarX program, which aims to foster entrepreneurship in Japan.
  • This year, JETRO will showcase 10 carefully selected Japanese startups across a variety of industries, including enterprise technology, Web3, generative AI, and more.
  • The Japan Pavilion will be located at the Moscone West Expo Hall, Booth #PV4.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230911956291/en/
    JETRO to sponsor Japan Pavilion at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 (Graphic: Business Wire)
    JETRO will also host a pitch session featuring all the startups on September 19th from 3:30-4:00 PM at the Pitch Showcase Stage located in the Expo Hall.