Global Brain has invested in Aroma Bit, Inc., a start-up that develops compact odor sensor and innovative services utilizing such sensors, through its EP-GB L.P. Aroma Bit odor sensors can detect and visualize various types of odorants, which are different from the conventional gas sensor that detects a specific substance. Aroma bit QCM(Quartz-Crystal Microbalance) odor sensor and products embedded the sensor have reached to the market. The development kit of other innovative CMOS odor sensor is also available now. The market potential of global scent is high, especially strong interest from mobility, robotics, home appliances and communication equipment sectors. As the digital scent global market expands, Global Brain sees huge potential in technological capabilities of Aroma Bit. Global Brain will continue leveraging its resources to assist its business developments and growth. ## About Aroma Bit, Inc.

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Representative: Shunichiro Kuroki

Founded: Feb 2014

URL: http://www.aromabit.com

## About EP-GB L.P.

Name: EP-GB L.P.

Fund Term: 10 years

Fund Size: 5 billion JPY

General Partner: Global Brain Corporation

## About Global Brain

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Representative: Yasuhiko Yurimoto

Founded: January, 1998

URL: https://globalbrains.com/

Global Brain has invested in Aroma Bit, Inc., a start-up that develops compact odor sensor and innovative solutions