Mitsubishi UFJ ups Sakana stake to boost data-driven goals

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc - Tokyo-based financial services company - Makes an additional investment to Sakana AI KK as part of its Series B funding round, becoming Sakana's largest Japanese investor.

MUFG says the investment aims to strengthen their artificial intelligence collaboration with Sakana AI and support the goals of its medium-term business plan, including data-driven management, enhanced customer value, and improved productivity through advanced AI and data infrastructure.

This follows MUFG's first investment in Sakana in 2024, and a partnership agreement in May. The value of the investment has not been disclosed.