Softbank Asia Infrastructure Fund

Softbank Asia Infrastructure Fund (SAIF) is an equity investment firm targeting Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT) sectors across China and India. The firm invests in companies building core digital infrastructure, including broadband, optical, wireless, and internet services throughout Asia-Pacific. Its approach centers on funding enterprises that enable widespread technological adoption.

Established in 2001 by Softbank Corp., the fund originated from Masayoshi Son's vision for foundational internet infrastructure in Asia. Early leadership, including Son, Ron Fisher, Eric Hippeau, and Gary Rieschel, guided its initial strategy and a significant partnership with Cisco Systems. SAIF became independent in 2005, evolving its investment mandate.

The firm's investments support diverse TMT companies innovating and scaling within the Asian market. SAIF's mission is to energize extensive utilization of advanced digital services and technologies. It consistently seeks companies poised to reshape industries by advancing Asia's robust technological infrastructure and opportunities.