STAN, a mobile-first social gaming platform, has successfully secured funding from Sony Innovation Fund as part of its Series A round. This investment, whose amount remains undisclosed, is significant for STAN, which has already achieved over 30 million downloads and strong user engagement in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. The company plans to utilize the new capital to enhance its AI-led personalization features, develop tools for creator monetization, and strengthen its publisher integrations. Additionally, STAN aims to accelerate its entry into other mobile-first markets. The involvement of Sony Innovation Fund, alongside previous investors like Google’s AI Futures Fund and Bandai Namco Entertainment, positions STAN as a key player in the evolving gaming ecosystem in India. The CEO of Sony Ventures Corporation expressed excitement about supporting STAN's vision of creating inclusive gaming communities.