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Ykone takes minority stake in Tokyo's Lateam

PRIVATEOct 30, 2026

Acquiring Company

Ykone

Acquired Company

Lateam

ParisTokyoAdvertisingMarketingDigital MarketingBrand MarketingContent MarketingSocial Media MarketingSocial Media AdvertisingAdvertisingSocial MediaSocial Media Management

Description

Influencer marketing agency Ykone has agreed to a minority investment in Tokyo-based creative agency Lateam, which will be renamed Ykone Tokyo. Founder Pablo Yano will remain CEO, and Ykone intends to raise its stake to a majority over the next couple of years. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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Company Information

Company

Ykone

Location

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

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Global influencer marketing company. Ykone specializes in providing innovative strategies to brands looking to leverage influencer marketing. It has a significant global network and strong operations in India through its agency BarCode.

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Who acquired Lateam?

Lateam was acquired by Ykone, based in Paris. The deal was reported on October 30, 2026. Global influencer marketing company. Ykone specializes in providing innovative strategies to brands looking to leverage influencer marketing. Ykone is privately held and operates in Advertising.

When did Ykone acquire Lateam?

Ykone's acquisition of Lateam was reported on October 30, 2026. Influencer marketing agency Ykone has agreed to a minority investment in Tokyo-based creative agency Lateam, which will be renamed Ykone Tokyo. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Lateam do?

Lateam is a Tokyo-based creative and social media agency founded by Pablo Yano, who remains its chief executive officer. The firm will be renamed Ykone Tokyo and builds on Lateam's existing client portfolio. It is privately held, operating in Advertising, and is based in Tokyo.

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