monoAI technology

Basic Information

Stock Code
5240
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Systems & Software
Prefecture
Hyogo Prefecture
Establishment Year
January 2013
Listing Year
December 2022
Official Website
https://monoai.co.jp/
TSE Information
TSE Information
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Infomart, SoftCreate Holdings, Kayac, Rakus, Double Standard, S Innové, E-Store, J Stream, Welby, BASE, IC, Branista, Birdman

Overview

monoAI technology is an information and communications company based in Hyogo Prefecture, founded in 2013. It is a growing enterprise strong in systems and software development, with corporate metaverse business as its main pillar.

Current Situation

monoAI technology expanded its corporate customer base in FY2023 through development and operation of virtual spaces for metaverse events, projecting sales of approximately ¥3 billion. Based in Hyogo Prefecture, it also engages in system contract development and web construction services, providing diverse IT solutions. Competitors include Rakus and Infomart, and amid intensifying market competition, it is advancing proprietary virtual space technology development. In recent years, it has entered advertising event planning and online game distribution businesses to pursue diversification. It newly listed on the TSE Growth Market in December 2022, bolstering development investments via fundraising. Going forward, it emphasizes sustainable IT technology utilization and contributions to the local economy, targeting sales of approximately ¥10 billion by 2030. Promoting corporate metaverse adoption and digital transformation support will be keys to growth. It focuses on talent acquisition and technological innovation, with advanced cloud services expected. Post-COVID online demand expansion serves as a tailwind.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Promising metaverse company headquartered in Hyogo Prefecture
  • Specializes in metaverse business with strong corporate customers
  • Achieved TSE Growth listing within 10 years of founding
  • Technology capable of addressing IT needs across multiple industries
  • Pioneering example of AI support services in virtual spaces
  • Unique event deployments fusing advertising and gaming
  • Management philosophy emphasizing local collaboration
  • Abundant track record in system contract development
  • Aggressive new graduate hiring with young workforce
  • 注目 as a growth stock on the TSE Growth Market

Hidden Connections

  • Deep collaboration with ad agencies to promote metaverse utilization
  • Close cooperation with local Hyogo venture support community
  • Synergistic effects through technology sharing with game development subsidiary
  • Success in providing virtual spaces for major corporate events

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of corporate metaverse demand
  • Increasing IT service needs from DX promotion
  • Evolution and普及 of cloud technology
  • Routine utilization of online events
  • Service sophistication through AI technology

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve ¥10 billion in sales
  • Secure top domestic share in metaverse business
  • Expand customer base domestically and internationally
  • Realize sustainable IT infrastructure operations
  • Strengthen coexistence with local community

Business Segments

Metaverse Solutions

Overview
Provides metaverse platforms to promote corporate promotion and interaction.
Competitiveness
High-quality 3D rendering and superior customizability
Customers
  • Major advertising agencies
  • IT vendors
  • Event planning companies
  • Retailers
Products
  • Virtual space construction service
  • 3D avatar development
  • Event operations system
  • Advertising distribution platform

System Contract Development

Overview
Develops custom IT solutions for a wide range of industries.
Competitiveness
Flexible responsiveness tailored to customer needs
Customers
  • Mid-sized companies
  • Public organizations
  • Educational institutions
  • Medical institutions
Products
  • Web site construction
  • Cloud system design
  • Security measures
  • Business efficiency tools

Event Planning & Operations Support

Overview
Implements planning and smooth operations support for diverse events.
Competitiveness
Enhanced customer experience through IT technology
Customers
  • Corporate event organizers
  • Sports organizations
  • Talent agencies
  • Local governments
Products
  • Online event systems
  • Venue design & operations
  • Promotion planning
  • Participant management tools

Game Development & Distribution

Overview
Plans and operates proprietary game content.
Competitiveness
High user retention through participatory design
Customers
  • Game publishers
  • Smartphone users
  • Online communities
Products
  • Online game production
  • Mobile game distribution
  • User support

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Advanced 3D metaverse development technology
  • Corporate custom service capabilities
  • Expansion into diverse business fields
  • Locally rooted development structure
  • Advanced online event operations

Competitive Advantages

  • Early entry into metaverse space with solid customer base
  • Unique service design fusing event planning and IT technology
  • Flexible system development enables response to various industries
  • Networks built with domestic and international ad agencies
  • High-value content provision leveraging proprietary technology

Threats

  • Burden of responding to rapid technological changes
  • Intensifying competition from major IT companies
  • Increasing cyber security risks
  • Rising costs for new customer acquisition
  • Business constraints from strengthened regulations

Innovations

2023: Metaverse Virtual Space Platform Enhancement

Overview
Incorporates new features fusing augmented reality and AI technology to drive business expansion.
Impact
Corporate customers increased 30% year-over-year

2022: Cloud-Based 3D Avatar Generation Technology Development

Overview
Practical implementation of automatically customizable high-quality avatar technology.
Impact
User satisfaction improved 20%

2024: Introduction of AI Chatbot for Event Operations Support

Overview
Achieves customer response efficiency and enhanced participant experience.
Impact
Operations costs reduced 15%

2021: Enhanced Security System Introduction

Overview
Strengthened measures against unauthorized access in virtual spaces.
Impact
Significant improvement in safety

Sustainability

  • Data center operations aiming for CO2 emissions reduction
  • Environmental burden reduction through paperless promotion
  • Participation in local IT education support programs
  • Commute reduction via remote work system
  • Promotion of sustainable event planning