[Tokyo x eiicon] Follow-up: 1) Two Additional Startups (MODE, Skyfarm) Selected for Tokyo Project, 2) Recruitment Starts for Pilot Field and Collaboration Partners, 3) KDDI Joins as Collaboration Partner
eiicon has added MODE and Skyfarm to the 'Next 5G Social Innovation Program' supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. KDDI has joined as a partner, and recruitment for pilot field providers has begun.
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eiicon, operator of the open innovation platform 'AUBA' (Headquarters: Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Ayuko Nakamura), announced that two additional startups have been selected for the 'Next 5G Social Innovation Program' (the Program), which eiicon plans and operates under an agreement with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Recruitment for pilot field providers and collaborative development partners has also commenced.
With this addition, the total number of startups supported by the program is now four.
Simultaneously, KDDI Corporation (Headquarters: Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiroshi Matsuda) has joined the initiative as a collaboration partner.
'Next 5G Social Innovation Program' (Development Promoter: eiicon)
■ Overview
The Next 5G Social Innovation Program is a startup co-creation program planned and operated by eiicon. The objective is to provide three years of comprehensive support—from business development to social implementation—to startups possessing technology and services that leverage next-generation communication technology (5G/Beyond 5G) to improve the quality of life (QOL) for Tokyo residents.
Under the framework of the 'Next-Generation Communication Technology Utilization Startup Support Project' implemented by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, eiicon drives collaboration between selected startups and partner companies. eiicon provides multifaceted support, including business development mentoring, network utilization, and public relations, to each project formed through these collaborations, aiming to create new societal value based on next-generation communication technology.
■ Two Newly Selected Startups
MODE, inc.
Provides the IoT platform 'BizStack.' It integrates dispersed field data from sensors, cameras, etc., and realizes data utilization in natural language via AI. This contributes to field visualization, labor saving, and improved decision-making.
Skyfarm, Inc.
Provides the facility-specialized mobile ordering system 'NEW PORT.' It enhances operational efficiency and customer experience in commercial facilities and office buildings, contributing to solving labor shortages and creating new purchasing experiences. Recently, the company has also expanded services combining mobile ordering with robot delivery.
■ Creating New Value for Tokyo Residents with Next-Generation Communication Tech. Recruiting Collaboration Partners for the Two Startups.
The products and services of these two startups have the potential for significant value enhancement through next-generation communication technology, characterized by 'ultra-high speed/large capacity, ultra-low latency, and massive simultaneous connectivity.'
This project aims for new business development and social implementation leading to the improvement of Tokyo residents' QOL through co-creation with companies and organizations that possess diverse fields and assets capable of leveraging next-generation communication technology. We are broadly recruiting collaboration partners to work with the two startups on development, verification, and implementation.
□ Recruitment Requirements for Collaboration Partners
Qualifications:
- Must have legal corporate status within Japan.
- Eager to create new businesses or innovation leveraging next-generation communication tech through collaboration or pilot experiments with startups.
- Must possess services, technologies, or pilot experiment fields related to next-generation communication technology.
- Must be cooperative regarding the market launch of services and solutions by the selected startups.
Application Method:
- Submission of entry form: https://forms.gle/UFBgn16B2ewNGbMG9
- Submission of supplementary materials (Company profile, vision for collaboration with startups).
Details in the application guidelines: https://auba-edge.eiicon.net/any_storage_files/759/pardot/vOyd8KsdyTWXO8d0Zveybw.pdf
* Recruitment period: Until September 30, 2027 (Reiwa 9).
'Next 5G Social Innovation Program': https://eiicon.net/about/tokyo-next5g/
With this addition, the total number of startups supported by the program is now four.
Simultaneously, KDDI Corporation (Headquarters: Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiroshi Matsuda) has joined the initiative as a collaboration partner.
'Next 5G Social Innovation Program' (Development Promoter: eiicon)
■ Overview
The Next 5G Social Innovation Program is a startup co-creation program planned and operated by eiicon. The objective is to provide three years of comprehensive support—from business development to social implementation—to startups possessing technology and services that leverage next-generation communication technology (5G/Beyond 5G) to improve the quality of life (QOL) for Tokyo residents.
Under the framework of the 'Next-Generation Communication Technology Utilization Startup Support Project' implemented by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, eiicon drives collaboration between selected startups and partner companies. eiicon provides multifaceted support, including business development mentoring, network utilization, and public relations, to each project formed through these collaborations, aiming to create new societal value based on next-generation communication technology.
■ Two Newly Selected Startups
MODE, inc.
Provides the IoT platform 'BizStack.' It integrates dispersed field data from sensors, cameras, etc., and realizes data utilization in natural language via AI. This contributes to field visualization, labor saving, and improved decision-making.
Skyfarm, Inc.
Provides the facility-specialized mobile ordering system 'NEW PORT.' It enhances operational efficiency and customer experience in commercial facilities and office buildings, contributing to solving labor shortages and creating new purchasing experiences. Recently, the company has also expanded services combining mobile ordering with robot delivery.
■ Creating New Value for Tokyo Residents with Next-Generation Communication Tech. Recruiting Collaboration Partners for the Two Startups.
The products and services of these two startups have the potential for significant value enhancement through next-generation communication technology, characterized by 'ultra-high speed/large capacity, ultra-low latency, and massive simultaneous connectivity.'
This project aims for new business development and social implementation leading to the improvement of Tokyo residents' QOL through co-creation with companies and organizations that possess diverse fields and assets capable of leveraging next-generation communication technology. We are broadly recruiting collaboration partners to work with the two startups on development, verification, and implementation.
□ Recruitment Requirements for Collaboration Partners
Qualifications:
- Must have legal corporate status within Japan.
- Eager to create new businesses or innovation leveraging next-generation communication tech through collaboration or pilot experiments with startups.
- Must possess services, technologies, or pilot experiment fields related to next-generation communication technology.
- Must be cooperative regarding the market launch of services and solutions by the selected startups.
Application Method:
- Submission of entry form: https://forms.gle/UFBgn16B2ewNGbMG9
- Submission of supplementary materials (Company profile, vision for collaboration with startups).
Details in the application guidelines: https://auba-edge.eiicon.net/any_storage_files/759/pardot/vOyd8KsdyTWXO8d0Zveybw.pdf
* Recruitment period: Until September 30, 2027 (Reiwa 9).
'Next 5G Social Innovation Program': https://eiicon.net/about/tokyo-next5g/
FAQ
What is the Next 5G Social Innovation Program?
It is a program implemented by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government that supports startups in developing and implementing business using 5G/Beyond 5G technology to improve the quality of life (QOL) of residents over a three-year period.
Which two startups have been newly added this time?
MODE, inc., which provides the IoT platform 'BizStack', and SkyFarm Co., Ltd., which offers the facility-specific mobile order system 'NEW PORT'.
What role does KDDI play in this program?
KDDI participates as a collaborating partner in this initiative and plays a role in promoting collaboration with selected startups.
What are the requirements for collaborating partners?
We are looking for entities with legal status in Japan, who are enthusiastic about collaborating with startups and possess services, technologies, or fields for proof-of-concept related to next-generation communication technologies.
Until when is the application period?
The application period is until September 30, 2027.