Recently, I’ve been hearing rumors that antisocial forces are also expanding into the startup industry.

So I researched books and articles that can help you get a general understanding of antisocial forces, and I’d like to share them.

Background of why I wanted to learn about antisocial forces

Are antisocial forces expanding into the startup industry?

It seems that antisocial forces are expanding into the IT and web startup industry to gain income sources. I heard rumors that they don’t become company directors to avoid standing out, but are involved as shareholders, investors, or business partners.

Articles for a general understanding of antisocial forces

I’ll introduce articles that explain actual cases and warning patterns regarding antisocial forces.

• 反社会的勢力について経営者が必ず知っておくべきこと - 起業ログ
• 【実例】反社によって起きた悲劇と投資家から学ぶ反社チェックの方法 - 起業ログ

Books for a general understanding of antisocial forces

Distorted Bonds: The Truth About Kanto Rengo

‘Distorted Bonds: The Truth About Kanto Rengo | Akio Kudo’ published on January 16, 2014

Sanctuary: Kanto Rengo's Financial Networks and VIP Connections

And ‘Sanctuary: Kanto Rengo’s Financial Networks and VIP Connections | Daisuke Shibata’ published on October 27, 2016

That’s all from the Gemba where I want to understand antisocial forces and avoid getting involved with antisocial startups.