The Japanese company Orange Inc.app manga emaqi, has just closed a funding round of 25 billion yen (approximately 870 million reais). The amount was granted by four major Japanese banks: Shoko Chukin Bank, MUFG, SMBC, and Mizuho. The goal is clear: to accelerate the global growth of the platform, launched in North America in May 2025.
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From the start, Orange has worked with an ambitious mission: to bring manga to fans worldwide with official translations in their respective languages. To achieve this, the company will invest the new capital in three main areas: increasing the number of translated titles, improving the quality of translations, and expanding its team of experts.
Quality and combating manga piracy
With this investment, Orange aims to strengthen its team of translators, letterers, and designers. Furthermore, it will enhance its tools using AI, allowing official versions of manga to reach the public faster. This move also seeks to curb the spread of pirated versions and ensure that creators are compensated for their work.
Another important point is global expansion. Although the app debuted in North America, the goal is to bring it to other English-speaking countries and other regions, always focusing on professional translation and respect for copyright.
Support from giants and new talents
The Japanese banks involved in the operation praised Orange's initiative, highlighting the potential of manga as part of Japan's cultural heritage. As a result, the company has already begun hiring new talent for various areas—including translators and localization specialists.
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Source: PR Times