Ryukyu Bank and Ryukyu Capital have launched a ¥2 billion venture fund to support mid-stage startups. The new fund is ten times the size of earlier versions and will operate for 10 years starting in September. The bank also announced its first venture loan program, offering up to ¥200 million per company. The initiative aims to bridge a funding gap for growing businesses in Okinawa that have moved beyond the seed stage. Source: Ryukyu Bank
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