Rakuten Group, Inc.

Rakuten Group, Inc., founded in 1997, is a global technology company based in Japan with operations in 30 countries. It employs nearly 32,000 people and operates over 70 businesses spanning e-commerce, fintech, digital content, communications, and professional sports.

Central to its model is the membership ecosystem, connecting about 1.7 billion users worldwide. The Cash Back program, a loyalty feature, has paid out over $4.6 billion to members since 1999.

Rakuten's technical focus includes mobile networks, payment platforms, and AI systems. The company promotes a culture of optimism, self-built solutions, innovation, entrepreneurship, and societal contribution.

With a global presence across 30 countries, Rakuten continues to scale its operations and user base.