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Executive Movements

Sony Ventures Corporation appoints Kazuhito Hadano as CEO

Sony Ventures Corporation (SVC), the Japan-based wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, announced an executive leadership transition, appointing Kazuhito Hadano as the new Chief Executive Officer of Sony Ventures Corporation, effective January 1, 2024. Gen Tsuchikawa, previous Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of Sony Ventures Corporation, and current Corporate Vice President of Sony Group Corporation, will assume the […]

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Investment

Lokal raises Rs 120cr in Series B funding round

Lokal, India’s hyperlocal content, community, and classified platform, announced it has raised INR 120 Cr in Series B funding from new investors Global Brain and Sony Innovation Fund, with participation from India Quotient and other existing investors.  The company will use the fresh funds to grow in existing markets, launch new categories and product capabilities, further […]