Media & Digital Group
Business Lines
- Digital solution business and Digital media-related business
- Smart communications infrastructure business and value-added service business
- 5G* related businesses
- Media businesses in the cable television, multi-channel programming distribution
- TV shopping business and video content-related business
- Global Corporate Venture Capital and private equity
- 5G: 5th Generation Mobile Communication System
Business Overview
In the digital field, we are working on digital solutions and digital media-related businesses and contributing to the digital transformation of the Sumitomo Corporation Group and our global customers together with SCSK, which operates an IT services business.
In the smart platform field, we are working to build the foundation for a smart society by expanding our mobile telecommunications business and value-added services in Myanmar and Ethiopia.
In our promising 5G* related business field, we are engaged in the base station sharing business and the development and implementation of solutions.
In the cable platform field, together with J:COM, Japan's largest operator, we are engaged in the cable TV business, high-speed telecommunications business, and video content-related business.
In the media commerce field, we are engaged in TV shopping business on Jupiter Shop Channel and development of e-commerce business.
In addition, through our global venture investment network, we are working to bring in advanced technologies, promote innovation throughout Sumitomo Corporation Group, and create new businesses.
- 5G: 5th Generation Mobile Communication System




Organization
Media & Digital Group
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Media & Digital Group CFO Office
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Digital SBU
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Smart Communication Platform SBU
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5G SBU
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Cable Platform SBU
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Media Commerce & Contents SBU
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Innovation & Investment SBU
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Global Cases
We present our projects and business activities in each country and region to show how they contribute to local communities and the world as a whole. The following cases are relevant to Media & Digital Group.

HAX Tokyo Accelerator Program Supports Manufacturing Start-ups and Creates Innovation Ecosystems
global

Digital transformation (DX) driven by cutting-edge technologies
global

Combining the power of marketing and technology in order to create a rich and bright future ―SC Digital―
Japan

A leading mobile phone retail company
―T-GAIA―
Japan

Striving to be your essential service provider with services that reach your heart ―J:COM―
Japan

Offering customers non-stop joy and excitement with live TV ― Jupiter Shop Channel ―
Japan

Diverse needs with comprehensive IT services
global

Promoting cutting-edge innovation through collaboration with startups
global
Enriching+ Contents
Enriching+ is Sumitomo Corporation's official owned media bringing you the real thoughts of employees and the stories behind the projects. Here you will find contents about Media & Digital Group.

A Rush of Midnight Orders! The Shop Channel Business Model Captures Customers’ Hearts

Sumitomo Corporation Corporate Venture Capital (CVC): Founding Members Discuss Working With Trading Company-Affiliated Startups (Part 1)

Sumitomo Corporation Corporate Venture Capital (CVC): Founding Members Discuss Working With Trading Company-Affiliated Startups (Part 2)

Searching for the Next Big Thing in the Land of Startups
News Release (Media & Digital Group)
- Dec. 19, 2024
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Notice Regarding Results of Tender Offer by a Subsidiary (SCSK Corporation, Stock Code 9719) for Net One Systems Co., Ltd. (Stock Code 7518) (PDF/403KB)
Timely disclosure
- Nov. 06, 2024
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Notice of Commencement of Tender Offer by a Subsidiary (SCSK Corporation, Stock Code 9719) for Net One Systems Co., Ltd. (Stock Code 7518) (PDF/806KB)
Timely disclosure
- Apr. 10, 2024
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Notice Concerning Provision for Doubtful Receivables in Telecommunications Business in Myanmar
- May 15, 2023
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Capital increase for M-KOPA, a digital financial services company in sub-Saharan Africa
- May 08, 2023
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Investment in DABCO, UK-based Digital platform provider for connected devices
Topics (Media & Digital Group )

Feb. 13, 2025
Investment in REMOW Co., Ltd., a Global Distributor of Japanese Media Content

Jan. 07, 2025
Investment in Zension Technologies, Inc., a Company Expanding Smartphone Subscription Services in the Middle East

Oct. 01, 2024
Sumitomo Corporation Invests in Social Interior, a Furniture Ordering Platform Provider