Hidenobu Nagata

A technologist who bridges the gap between deep technology and business, with 20+ years of R&D and team management experience, including 10+ years of experience in ASIC, DSP, accelerator, and embedded IP development. Has extensive experience developing commercial products and systems by leveraging technologies from global startups. Brings a combination of deep engineering expertise, technology strategy, business development, and strategic investment experience, with a proven ability to lead cross-industry collaborations and build strategic partnerships across different technology and business domains. Previously at NTT, where he led business development and strategic initiatives spanning photonics, computing, and emerging technologies, as well as strategic partnerships in national projects. At Catalight, focuses on identifying and supporting emerging technologies and companies that can shape the next generation of AI infrastructure, while leveraging technical, business, and industry expertise to accelerate the growth of Catalight's portfolio companies. Focus areas: AI infrastructure · Data centers · Silicon photonics · Optical interconnects · AI networking · Advanced inference ASICs, Memory technologies