Neoteny was a venture capital firm established in 1999 by Joichi "Joi" Ito. The company focused on investing in early-stage technology, internet, and software companies. Its investment philosophy was based on the biological concept of "neoteny," emphasizing adaptability, learning, and rapid iteration over rigid, long-term planning. The firm was active primarily in the late 1990s and 2000s, backing several notable startups, but it is no longer an active investment entity.

Founded in

Japan