Mirai Works Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Shoji Okamoto; hereinafter referred to as "the Company"), which serves as the administrative office, announces that the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications program "ICT Startup League" (*1) has begun accepting pre-entries for Reiwa 9, targeting researchers and startups aiming to launch businesses in the ICT field. This program is an initiative where the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications and private companies work together to support the dramatic growth of startups in the ICT field on a national level. The following benefits are planned for those who pre-register. We eagerly await active entries from startups with innovative technologies and business models that will lead Japan's future, as well as from researchers and engineers aiming to start businesses. ■ Pre-entry Benefits Information on briefing sessions for the next fiscal year's public call for pre-registered individuals. Information on various events. Provision of the Reiwa 8 ICT Startup League Activity Report. Distribution of information on startups active in the ICT field, and newsletters useful for starting a business. ■ Recommended for: Those aiming to start or expand businesses with innovative ideas and technologies utilizing ICT. Those considering applying for startup support programs. Those wishing to accelerate business growth while receiving subsidies for research and development expenses. Those who want to take on challenges that will change the world. ■ How to Enter Please register by filling in the required information on the entry form on the special page. https://ict.startupleague.go.jp/pre-entry/ ■ Contact Information for Inquiries "ICT Startup League" Administrative Office, Mirai Works Co., Ltd. Official Website: https://ict.startupleague.go.jp/ TEL: 080-7202-3518 ※Notes - As this program is implemented based on government budget, it does not guarantee the public call for the next fiscal year. *