※1 In this initiative, the term 'startup' refers to companies that develop entirely new business models or services, aiming for rapid and substantial growth within a short period of time with the intention of achieving an exit strategy (※2). Small businesses (※3) are not the target of this program
※2 To either sell shares or go public.
※3 In this business, small businesses refer to existing business models or services in markets where the demand is already known (where needs are apparent and manifested).