DIC Corporation has launched a $62 million investment portfolio to accelerate business creation in the rapidly expanding Physical AI domain, spanning sensors, wearables, robotics and automation, and has formed a strategic partnership with Emerald Technology Ventures to drive global startup investments and collaborations. Leveraging Emerald’s industrial technology expertise and international innovation network, DIC will begin full-scale engagements with startups worldwide and establish a Zurich-based investment management subsidiary in spring 2026 to strengthen deal sourcing, market intelligence and joint initiatives. The strategy targets high-growth Physical AI technologies that enable systems to sense, interpret and respond to human movement and environmental conditions, while aligning closely with DIC’s materials science strengths and its
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“Direct to Society” business creation framework. Takashi Ikeda, President and Group CEO of DIC, said, “For many years, DIC has been committed to addressing social imperatives through materials innovation. Physical AI has the potential to transform the way people interact with technology in a more natural and intuitive manner. Our partnership with Emerald is a major step in securing world-class expertise and networks that will help us deliver new value to society.” Gina Domanig, Managing Partner and CEO of Emerald, added, “Physical AI represents the next wave of innovation, enhancing human capability through intelligent systems. By partnering with DIC, we aim to translate emerging technologies into practical, human-centered solutions and support the long-term growth of pioneering startups.”