NEC X Inc.

From vision to victory! 🏆 NEC X just clinched Best Tech Incubator/Accelerator at the 2025 Global Business Tech Awards! 🚀 We're proud to be recognized for our work supporting trailblazing startups and building stronger relationships between new entrepreneurs and motivated, experienced investors. 🤝 For us, it's not just about launching these new businesses. It’s about giving these future-forward ventures the tools to succeed. ✅ Read more about our journey and industry-leading incubators, Elev X! Ignite and Elev X! Boost >>> bit.ly/4iMRyR6 #AI #AIStartup #Startups #NewStartups #StartupSupport #VCs #TechStartups 

We're thrilled to announce the six visionary startups selected for Batch 13 of our Elev X! Ignite program. This cohort reflects surging demand for innovation in agriculture, healthcare, compliance, financial services and enterprise tech. "We’re helping bold innovators accelerate faster, and the startups in Batch 13 are poised to make a meaningful impact," said Shintaro Matsumoto, President and CEO of NEC X. Take a look at our batch 13 cohort >>> https://bit.ly/4ldHbY7 #NECX #AI #Startup #StartupTech #LeadershipSpotlight #StartupIncubator #StartupTips

A powerful close to Day 4 of Phase 2: SPIN # 10 – "How Investors Evaluate AI Startup PMF"🔥 After a full day of learning and connection, we wrapped things up with our monthly #SPIN event — this time diving into the critical topic of how investors assess product-market fit in the crowded AI space. 💬 Naoki Shibata, Partner at NSV Wolf Capital joined us for an exclusive fireside chat moderated by Naoto Mizuguchi (NEC X). He shared real-world insights on what separates hype from substance, red flags investors watch for, and how startups can truly prove PMF. 🚀 The night also featured bold pitches from: 🌟 Metapyxl / Jennifer Walling 🌟 Positon AI 🌟 OwlVision / Omar Facory From investor Q&A to spontaneous hallway conversations, SPIN #10 brought together founders, angels, VCs, and innovation partners for a night of energy, exchange, and opportunity. Special thanks to Japan Innovation Campus for helping make this event possible! #ElevX #NECX #SPIN #AIStartups #Networking #Founders #entrepreneurship

Day 4 of Phase 2 brought fresh insights and powerful connections for Batch 13!🔥 Another packed day for Elev X! Ignite Batch 13, filled with fresh perspectives, practical advice, and meaningful connections. 💻We kicked off the morning with a Developing a Product session led by Guy Shahine, where founders explored key aspects of early-stage product development — from technical decision-making and performance optimization to cloud infrastructure, hiring, and the trade-offs involved in AI model training and hardware choices. 🍽️At lunch, we were joined by two special alumni guests: Jennifer Walling and Wayne Chan — members of Batch 11 who participated in Week 1 exactly one year ago! They shared candid stories about their founder journey, including lessons learned and how they’ve grown since graduating from the program. 🤝 We were also honored to welcome several of our corporate partners, who play a key role in supporting the Elev X! ecosystem: KAZUO IGARASHI (Yazaki Innovations, Inc.) Haruki Sekiyama (Canon USA / Canon Americas Lab) Ryuhei (Ray) Konno (Canon USA) 齋藤一仁 (Idemitsu Kosan Co.,Ltd.) Yusuke Goto(NEC Corporation) 🏦The day concluded with a Financing Session featuring Peter Osorio and Bevis Cheng from J.P. Morgan. They shared insights on the critical role of financial management in early-stage companies, the value of fractional CFOs, and how startups can strategically prepare for scale. The discussion also highlighted the importance of building cross-industry connections and maintaining balance as a founder in today’s fast-paced environment. Another energizing day of learning, sharing, and building momentum for Batch 13! #ElevX #NECX #VentureStudio #StartupSupport #ProductDevelopment #Financing #CorporateInnovation #Batch13 Japan Innovation Campus

Day 3 of Phase 2 brought even more momentum for Elev X! Ignite Batch 13!🚀 Yesterday , founders continued their deep dives into Converging Problems with individual workshops led by NEC X — taking the time to explore, validate, and sharpen their core problem statements with dedicated support tailored to each team. We also had a Milestone Session led by Shintaro Matsumoto from NEC X, encouraging teams to align on near-term goals and set clear, actionable checkpoints toward growth. During lunch, founders joined a special Customer Discovery session with Laurent Rains from AlchemistX, where the team discussed the importance of understanding customer needs and delivering real value. They also explored potential applications of AI across different industries — highlighting how emerging technologies can be used to address diverse challenges and improve user experience. In the afternoon, we welcomed three special guests for a VC session packed with insights and real-world advice: 💼 Stephen Lee (Carbide Ventures) 💼 Pankaj Tibrewal(Carbide Ventures) 💼 Yuichi Ando (@Japan Post) They emphasized the value of integrating customer feedback into pitch decks, the importance of founder–market fit, leveraging early networks for fundraising, and building investor relationships early — even pre-PoC. Plenty of thoughtful questions and lively discussion made this another impactful day for Batch 13! #ElevX #NECX #VentureStudio #StartupSupport #Fundraising #CustomerDiscovery #Batch13 #StartupLife #AIInnovation

We’re excited to share that our Elev X! Ignite portfolio company, Beagle Technology Inc., will be pitching at East Meets West on April 16! 🌱✨ This event also serves as the regional qualifier for the prestigious Startup World Cup — come cheer them on as they showcase their vision on a global stage. 🌍🚀 #StartupWorldCup #EastMeetsWest #ElevX #NECX #BeagleTech #PitchCompetition Yang Fang

Day 2 of Phase 2 is in full swing for Elev X! Ignite Batch 13! 🚀 We kicked off the day with Narrow-Match Problem Discovery session by LEANSTACK, helping founders refine their problem statements and validate early assumptions. Over lunch, we were joined by an Elev X! alumni, Manny C., who shared valuable insights on the power of LOIs. He highlighted how even non-binding LOIs can signal market demand, build early traction, and create leverage with investors.   This afternoon’s agenda continues to build momentum with: 💡 Converging Problems individual workshops by NEC X 💰 A Fundraising session with Alan Leong 📈 A Go-To-Market deep dive led by Carlos V. and Ash Archibald Later today, founders will get personalized support through 1-on-1 sessions on Fundraising and GTM — tailored to their specific stage and strategy. The energy and focus from the teams are inspiring as always. More to come! #fundraising #GTM #startup #venturestudio #investors

"I wanted a way to protect my work but also a seamless method to track its use and monetize it without barriers," says Tiffany Walling McGarity, co-founder of Metapyxl. Their platform promises to revolutionize digital rights and help creators keep control of the images they create. As an estimated 2.5 billion images are now stolen daily, Metapyxl could be crucial to safeguarding digital assets. Elev X! Ignite played a pivotal role in Metapyxl's growth and development, providing funding, expertise, and engineering support that allowed it to scale rapidly. Check out this article from Professional Photo Magazine to learn more about Metapyxl's vision for the future of digital content >>> https://bit.ly/4kSJjEu #TechStartup #StartupCompany #Entrepreneurship #AI #EmergingTechnologies #StartUpInvestor #SmallBusinessSupport

🚀 Phase 2 of Elev X! Ignite Batch 13 kicks off today! Out of 400+ applicants, just 6 startups have made it to this next stage — and they're already diving in. We're starting strong with the Converging Problems Workshop led by Perry Klebahn and Kathryn Velcich from Stanford d.school. An incredible opportunity to sharpen problem statements and set the course for impactful innovation. Let’s go, Batch 13! #ElevX #NECX #VentureStudio #Startups #Innovation #DesignThinking #Stanforddschool

Is significant scaling almost within reach? Let us give you a boost! 🚀 Elev X! Boost is a customized program designed to accelerate the growth of ambitious startups. Our Boost cohorts have access to our: 🚀 Global network of industry leaders and customer base, reaching more than 55+ international markets. 🚀  Experienced experts on innovative technology implementations to help you refine your products for the global stage. 🚀 Advanced technologies to enhance your product,  including computing resources, APIs, and customized AI modeling. 🚀 Flexible funding options to support your scaling efforts and prepare for series funding. Find out more about what Elev X! Boost has to offer here >>> bit.ly/3X0qpkB #TechStartup #StartupCompany #Entrepreneurship #AI #EmergingTechnologies #StartUpInvestor #SmallBusinessSupport