Kakao Ventures

23rd Century Children is a Virtual entertainment startup. 23rd Century Kids is developing virtual artists for fans to interact with in various environments, using real-time motion capture rendering and toon shading for a cartoon-like feel.

Superplastic is a character-based product and entertainment company. It creates limited edition art toys, apparel, games, and animation based on characters created in collaboration with some of the greatest artists in the world. Superplastic is founded on the principle that effort and scarcity are intrinsic components of value. The company appropriates the tools of mass media and mass production to create limited edition works of art for a limited audience. It was established in 2017 and is based in Burlington, Vermont.

Bug City is a Web3 platform that specializes in creating NFT-based social rewards and metaverse experiences. It provides a virtual community where users can engage with various digital assets, including art NFTs and profile picture (PFP) NFTs. The platform features an ID card system that facilitates the mining of currency and streamlines the NFT transaction process for crypto traders. This innovative approach allows for easier buying and selling of digital collectibles, fostering a vibrant ecosystem within the metaverse.

Dillyhub Inc. operates a digital platform that supports independent comic artists by connecting them with audiences and enhancing their monetization opportunities. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Namyangju-si, South Korea, with an additional office in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Dillyhub provides a publishing and monetization platform specifically designed for comic creators. Utilizing proprietary technology, the platform enables artists to showcase their work and increase its discoverability, thereby allowing them to earn revenue through innovative methods. Dillyhub aims to empower creators by facilitating their access to a broader audience and enhancing their financial prospects in the digital comic landscape.

Shiftup is a game design and development studio founded in 2013 by art director Kim Hyeong-tae. The company specializes in various aspects of game production and also engages in the creation of promotional videos and music. With a focus on illustration, planning, and programming, Shiftup aims to deliver high-quality gaming experiences and related media content.

Monaissance operates a media community platform that focuses on enhancing user engagement through various content categories, including literature, history, philosophy, science, and art. The platform allows users to recreate their knowledge or thoughts by utilizing images and videos, promoting a deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse topics. By facilitating this creative expression, Monaissance aims to improve social engagement and encourage users to invest their time in meaningful interactions and reflections.

One of Korea’s most recognized icons in fashion design and an industry expert in digital content have teamed up to found byBox, the curation commerce service for fashion. Kan Ho Sub was a former mentor on the television program Project Runway Korea and professor at Hongik University. byBox CEO Sae Woon Jung was a Producer at Cheil Worldwide Inc., where he was recognized for his successful execution of IPTV content services. byBox offers boxes of jewelry and accessories created by Korean designers and curated by major celebrities and experts such as renowned fashion stylists. ‘byBox season2’ opened with new contents and services of the brand after large renewal of its online pages in August 2014. From fashion, living, to kids, byBox provides theme products throughout life-style products.