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Indonesian operator JumpStart secures investment from Japanese fund

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June 8, 2026

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Indonesian automated retail company JumpStart has secured a Series C investment from Japan's government-backed Cool Japan Fund to accelerate the expansion of its AI-powered vending machine network across Indonesia, according to a Deal 10 Asia report. Financial terms of the investment were not disclosed. The fund previously participated in JumpStart's Series B round in 2023, while GDP Venture backed the company's Series A financing in 2018.

Founded in 2018 as a smart coffee vending machine business, JumpStart has evolved into a broader automated retail platform offering smart marts, fresh juice dispensers, ice cream and cotton candy machines, as well as gamified vending concepts. The company reported operating more than 6,500 vending machines nationwide by the end of 2025 and said its financial performance increased 200% year over year. Its machines are deployed in offices, shopping centers and public facilities throughout Indonesia.

The new funding will support the expansion of JumpStart's AI-enabled, cashless vending network, strengthen operating infrastructure, and broaden product offerings, particularly through partnerships with Japanese brands. The company said its platform combines AI technology with Japanese food and beverage products, creating an additional distribution channel for brands seeking to reach consumers in Indonesia and other Southeast Asian markets. JumpStart also plans to enhance its use of consumer data and analytics to deliver more personalized retail experiences as it expands.