DGDV invests in LiSTie, which is rebuilding the lithium supply chain with Japan-origin technology

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DG Daiwa Ventures invested in LiSTie, a startup that commercializes lithium recovery technology developed from QST. LiSTie uses its LiSMIC method to selectively recover high-purity lithium in a single step. The company aims to sell recycled lithium, deploy its technology in resource countries, and eventually supply lithium-6 for fusion fuel applications. The article also says LiSTie is advancing discussions with overseas resource companies on material evaluation, equipment deployment, and local business formation.

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Date July 31, 2026 Announcement date
Investors DGDV2021 Lead investors
Company listie.co.jp Funded company

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