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Wins Grand Prize and Dentsu Innovation Institute Award at FINOPITCH 2026
Dots for is honored to announce that we have been awarded the Grand Prix (First Prize) and the Dentsu Innovation Institute Award at FINOPITCH 2026, Japan’s premier pitch contest for FinTech startups. About FINOPITCH: Since its inception in 2012, FINOPITCH has been a cornerstone of the Japanese FinTech ecosystem, showcasing breakthrough technological innovations and business models. As Japan's oldest specialized FinTech pitch competition, it serves as a prestigious "gateway to global expansion," fostering international collaboration and innovation. Winning the Grand Prix at this historic event marks a significant milestone in our journey toward global impact. Official Website: 🔽 https://4f-otmcbldg.tokyo/finopitch2026-award-winner/
Dots for Selected as a Finalist for "FINOPITCH 2026”
Dots for is proud to announce that we have been selected as a finalist for FINOPITCH 2026, a premier pitch contest for FinTech startups. About FINOPITCH: Launched in 2012, FINOPITCH is Japan's oldest and most prestigious FinTech-focused pitch contest. It serves as a platform to showcase technological innovations and business models from leading startups, fostering international collaboration. The event is widely recognized as a "gateway to global expansion" for startups aiming to scale beyond the Japanese market. Official Website: 🔽 (English follows Japanese.) https://peatix.com/event/4592936
Dots for Shortlisted for the GLOMO Awards at MWC 2026 in the Digital Inclusion Category
Dots for is proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for the GLOMO Awards (Global Mobile Awards) at MWC Barcelona 2026 in the "Digital Inclusion & Usage-Gap Impact" category. About MWC & GLOMO Awards: MWC (Mobile World Congress) is the world’s largest and most influential connectivity event, attracting approximately 109,000 visitors in 2025. The GLOMO Awards are the industry's most prestigious accolade, recognizing breakthrough innovations that connect the world—from cutting-edge technology to initiatives with profound social impact. Being selected for this award highlights our commitment to bridging the digital divide through innovation. Related Website: 🔽 https://www.mobileworldlive.com/hub/mwc26-barcelona-preview/videos/glomo-shortlist/tech4good-category/
Pitch Video Now Featured on Venture TV
Our pitch video is now featured on Venture TV, one of Japan's largest startup media platforms. About Venture TV: Venture TV is a video-based startup media outlet that features a carefully selected group of promising startups. The platform is supported by over 50 VCs and CVCs. It is operated by Vector Inc., Japan’s leading PR firm (known for services such as PR TIMES). Venture TV aims to foster new innovations by facilitating strategic matchmaking between startups and investors. Related Links: 🔽 https://venturetv.jp/venture/743
Release of Impact Report | Unleashing the constraints of rural Africa: A record of our journey
At Dots for, we believe that success is not measured solely by the scale of our business. It is measured by how much we contribute to our mission: "Unleash the constraints of rural Africa." This impact is the very essence of our value. We have compiled our history of challenges and our sincere commitment to the community and the environment into this Impact Report. Read our Impact Report here ⬇ https://dotsfor.com/pdf/dotsfor_impactreport2025_EN.pdf