I-O DATA DEVICE to Change Corporate Name to 'I-O DATA, INC.' in July 2026
I-O DATA DEVICE, INC. announced that it will change its corporate name to 'I-O DATA, INC.' effective July 1, 2026. The decision aims to unify the corporate name with its established brand identity, reflecting business expansion into cloud and healthcare sectors.
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I-O DATA DEVICE, INC. (Headquarters: Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture; Chairman: Akio Hosono) announced that the company decided at the extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held on May 21, 2026, to change its corporate name to 'I-O DATA, INC.' effective July 1, 2026.
Corporate Name Change Effective July 2026
■ New Name and Scheduled Date
Old Name: I-O DATA DEVICE, INC.
New Name: I-O DATA, INC.
Scheduled Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
*There are no changes to the company address, business scope, capital, etc.
■ Background and Purpose of the Change
Since our founding in 1976, we have provided products and services to many customers under the name 'I-O DATA DEVICE', focusing primarily on PC peripherals.
Today, our business areas have expanded to include LCD displays, storage solutions, network equipment, and cloud-integrated services. In recent years, we have been strengthening our efforts in the medical field and aim to provide value that goes beyond that of a mere 'hardware manufacturer' in various sectors.
Additionally, for many years, our customers and business partners have affectionately called us 'I-O DATA', and the name holds high recognition as our brand name.
This corporate name change is intended to unify our corporate name with our brand name in light of these business expansions and brand awareness, and to evolve into a simpler and more accessible corporate brand as we look toward further business area expansion in the future.
We remain committed to contributing to a comfortable digital environment for our customers.
■ Future Policy
From July 2026 onwards, under our new company name, we will continue to strive to strengthen and expand our business to meet the expectations of our customers, business partners, and shareholders.
- There are no changes to the company's address, business scope, or capital due to this name change.
- Furthermore, we will continue to use the English brand logo 'I-O DATA'.
- We will proceed with various updates associated with the name change sequentially.
Corporate Name Change Effective July 2026
■ New Name and Scheduled Date
Old Name: I-O DATA DEVICE, INC.
New Name: I-O DATA, INC.
Scheduled Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
*There are no changes to the company address, business scope, capital, etc.
■ Background and Purpose of the Change
Since our founding in 1976, we have provided products and services to many customers under the name 'I-O DATA DEVICE', focusing primarily on PC peripherals.
Today, our business areas have expanded to include LCD displays, storage solutions, network equipment, and cloud-integrated services. In recent years, we have been strengthening our efforts in the medical field and aim to provide value that goes beyond that of a mere 'hardware manufacturer' in various sectors.
Additionally, for many years, our customers and business partners have affectionately called us 'I-O DATA', and the name holds high recognition as our brand name.
This corporate name change is intended to unify our corporate name with our brand name in light of these business expansions and brand awareness, and to evolve into a simpler and more accessible corporate brand as we look toward further business area expansion in the future.
We remain committed to contributing to a comfortable digital environment for our customers.
■ Future Policy
From July 2026 onwards, under our new company name, we will continue to strive to strengthen and expand our business to meet the expectations of our customers, business partners, and shareholders.
- There are no changes to the company's address, business scope, or capital due to this name change.
- Furthermore, we will continue to use the English brand logo 'I-O DATA'.
- We will proceed with various updates associated with the name change sequentially.
FAQ
株式会社アイ・オー・データ機器の社名変更後の社名は？
2026年7月1日付で「株式会社アイオーデータ（I-O DATA, INC.）」となります。
社名変更に伴い、所在地や事業内容に変更はありますか？
いいえ、所在地、事業内容、資本金等に変更はありません。
今回の社名変更の主な背景と目的は？
事業領域が液晶ディスプレイやクラウドサービス、医療分野へと拡大していることや、ブランド名称として浸透している「アイオーデータ」への統一を行い、ブランドの進化を図ることが目的です。
ブランドロゴの変更はありますか？
英字のブランドロゴ「I-O DATA」については、継続して使用されます。
いつから新しい社名になりますか？
2026年7月1日（水）に変更予定です。