Kakao Ventures, founded in 2012 and based in Seongnam-si, South Korea, is an early-stage venture capital firm that specializes in investing in tech-enabled startups. The firm focuses on seed to growth-stage companies, particularly in advanced technology, deep tech, mobile, service, and gaming sectors. Kakao Ventures is committed to supporting smart entrepreneurs and aims to back startups with a competitive edge that address real-world challenges. By providing access to a network of portfolio companies, Kakao Ventures fosters a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and growth among its invested startups.
Bind is a start-up that operates the mobile and PC version of 'Athler'.
Pilleye
Seed Round in 2023
Pilleye, also known as Medility, is a mobile application designed to assist users in counting and tracking their medication. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to automate the pill-counting process, effectively reducing the time and effort associated with this task. It can detect and count pills ranging from half to translucent, providing a streamlined experience for users. Additionally, Pilleye includes a pill management dashboard that supports healthcare providers and pharmacists, allowing them to concentrate on enhancing patient care rather than on manual counting processes.
Moyo
Seed Round in 2023
Moyo is an online platform that specializes in comparing and recommending phone plans for users. It analyzes individual communication service usage patterns to provide tailored suggestions for budget-friendly phone rates. By linking directly to the process of opening new plans, Moyo simplifies the decision-making process, allowing users to easily compare various low-cost options and select the most suitable plan for their needs.
hilokal
Seed Round in 2023
Hilokal is a language learning platform that connects native speakers with learners to facilitate conversational practice. The platform offers personalized channels and provides recommendations for foreign language trainers. It features voice-to-text conversion and translation functions, supporting the acquisition of multiple languages, including English, Korean, Spanish, and Indonesian. By enabling users to engage in conversations with friendly individuals around the world, Hilokal enhances the language learning experience through social interaction in meetups and parties.
Care
Seed Round in 2022
Care is a platform connecting certified caregivers with local eldercare job opportunities. Through its mobile app, caregivers receive real-time job alerts tailored to their location and preferences, streamlining the employment process. It enhances the caregiving ecosystem by facilitating efficient hiring for care institutions and providing accessible job information for caregivers.
Datumo
Series A in 2022
Datumo, formerly known as SelectStar Inc., specializes in a cloud-based artificial intelligence data production platform. The company has developed an application called Cash Mission, which collects and analyzes data while rewarding users for their contributions. By connecting corporate clients with a network of crowd-workers, Datumo aims to address the challenges of obtaining accurate data for AI applications. The platform not only facilitates this connection but also emphasizes the importance of quality and cost-efficiency in data production. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in South Korea, Datumo continues to innovate in the field of mobile crowd-sourcing to enhance data collection processes for enterprises.
Pilleye
Seed Round in 2022
Pilleye, also known as Medility, is a mobile application designed to assist users in counting and tracking their medication. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to automate the pill-counting process, effectively reducing the time and effort associated with this task. It can detect and count pills ranging from half to translucent, providing a streamlined experience for users. Additionally, Pilleye includes a pill management dashboard that supports healthcare providers and pharmacists, allowing them to concentrate on enhancing patient care rather than on manual counting processes.
VAGames
Seed Round in 2022
VAGames is a mobile game development company specializing in the subculture genre. It creates character collection-type strategy RPG games, employing 3D cartoon rendering graphic technology to enhance the visual experience. Through a publishing partnership with Smilegate Megaport, VAGames delivers engaging and user-friendly mobile role-playing games that cater to a diverse audience of gamers. The company's focus on innovative graphics and gameplay mechanics positions it uniquely within the mobile gaming market.
Moyo
Seed Round in 2022
Moyo is an online platform that specializes in comparing and recommending phone plans for users. It analyzes individual communication service usage patterns to provide tailored suggestions for budget-friendly phone rates. By linking directly to the process of opening new plans, Moyo simplifies the decision-making process, allowing users to easily compare various low-cost options and select the most suitable plan for their needs.
MIXER
Seed Round in 2021
MIXER delivers 3D content to users with mobile AR/VR technology.
Wave
Series B in 2020
Wave Corporation, founded in 2018 and based in South Korea, develops a mobile video chat application designed to enhance social interactions among users. The application enables individuals to create chat rooms where they can engage in group video chats, play live party games, watch video clips, read webtoons, and share photos. By facilitating these activities, Wave aims to reduce the distance between people, allowing friends to connect and interact in a more engaging and entertaining manner.
Plang.ai
Seed Round in 2020
Plang is a mobile and AI based platform specializing in English learning solutions.
Datumo
Series A in 2020
Datumo, formerly known as SelectStar Inc., specializes in a cloud-based artificial intelligence data production platform. The company has developed an application called Cash Mission, which collects and analyzes data while rewarding users for their contributions. By connecting corporate clients with a network of crowd-workers, Datumo aims to address the challenges of obtaining accurate data for AI applications. The platform not only facilitates this connection but also emphasizes the importance of quality and cost-efficiency in data production. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in South Korea, Datumo continues to innovate in the field of mobile crowd-sourcing to enhance data collection processes for enterprises.
Adrock Adverttainment
Seed Round in 2020
Adrock Adverttainment is a mobile application for drivers' license test.
Spatial
Series A in 2020
Spatial Systems, Inc. offers an augmented workplace platform designed to enhance communication and collaboration among users. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, the company enables users to conduct meetings with spatial audio and 3D telepresence, facilitating a more immersive experience. Additionally, Spatial's platform allows for the sharing and organization of various digital content, including 3D models, videos, documents, images, and websites. The focus of the company is to transform how people work by creating a collective computing environment that fosters creativity and productivity. Spatial has attracted investment from notable firms and individuals, positioning itself as a leader in the augmented reality and virtual reality space.
Datumo
Seed Round in 2019
Datumo, formerly known as SelectStar Inc., specializes in a cloud-based artificial intelligence data production platform. The company has developed an application called Cash Mission, which collects and analyzes data while rewarding users for their contributions. By connecting corporate clients with a network of crowd-workers, Datumo aims to address the challenges of obtaining accurate data for AI applications. The platform not only facilitates this connection but also emphasizes the importance of quality and cost-efficiency in data production. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in South Korea, Datumo continues to innovate in the field of mobile crowd-sourcing to enhance data collection processes for enterprises.
Wave
Series A in 2019
Wave Corporation, founded in 2018 and based in South Korea, develops a mobile video chat application designed to enhance social interactions among users. The application enables individuals to create chat rooms where they can engage in group video chats, play live party games, watch video clips, read webtoons, and share photos. By facilitating these activities, Wave aims to reduce the distance between people, allowing friends to connect and interact in a more engaging and entertaining manner.
Mycle
Series A in 2019
Mycle is a developer of a vehicle management application that helps users track essential information related to their cars. The app provides features for monitoring maintenance records, fuel usage, repair histories, and vehicle reservations. Additionally, it offers notifications for necessary replacements, allowing users to manage and maintain their vehicles efficiently. By consolidating important vehicle data in one platform, Mycle aims to simplify the vehicle management process for its users.
MobileToong
Seed Round in 2019
MobileToong
Travel Wallet
Seed Round in 2019
Travel Wallet offers a mobile-based foreign currency payment service designed to facilitate seamless transactions for travelers. Through its application, users can access various features including currency exchange services, real-time exchange rates, and an exchange rate calculator. The platform also provides local cash pick-up and the option for physical card issuance, allowing for convenient overseas payments without commission. Travel Wallet aims to deliver competitive rates compared to traditional retail banks, catering to both tourists and business travelers. The company operates under a license for small overseas remittance and electronic financial services, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Spatial
Seed Round in 2019
Spatial Systems, Inc. offers an augmented workplace platform designed to enhance communication and collaboration among users. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, the company enables users to conduct meetings with spatial audio and 3D telepresence, facilitating a more immersive experience. Additionally, Spatial's platform allows for the sharing and organization of various digital content, including 3D models, videos, documents, images, and websites. The focus of the company is to transform how people work by creating a collective computing environment that fosters creativity and productivity. Spatial has attracted investment from notable firms and individuals, positioning itself as a leader in the augmented reality and virtual reality space.
Spatial
Seed Round in 2018
Spatial Systems, Inc. offers an augmented workplace platform designed to enhance communication and collaboration among users. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, the company enables users to conduct meetings with spatial audio and 3D telepresence, facilitating a more immersive experience. Additionally, Spatial's platform allows for the sharing and organization of various digital content, including 3D models, videos, documents, images, and websites. The focus of the company is to transform how people work by creating a collective computing environment that fosters creativity and productivity. Spatial has attracted investment from notable firms and individuals, positioning itself as a leader in the augmented reality and virtual reality space.
Kakao Japan
Corporate Round in 2018
Kakao Japan Corporation, established in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, operates as a joint venture between Z Holdings Corporation and Kakao Corp. The company is primarily known for KakaoTalk, a mobile messaging application that enables users to send and receive photos, videos, voice messages, and links, facilitating both one-on-one and group communication. Kakao Japan aims to enhance customers' daily lives by offering a platform that brings joy and engagement, reflecting its commitment to delivering value and creating positive experiences for its users.
ForceTeller
Series A in 2018
FORCETELLER is a mobile application that offers online entertainment services centered around astrology and fortune-telling. The platform provides users with a modern, mobile-based experience, featuring traditional methods such as daily and monthly horoscopes, as well as Tarot readings. Through its innovative approach, FORCETELLER enables users to explore their fate and gain insights into their luck, helping them achieve emotional balance and psychological stability. The app connects users with various fortune-telling services, enhancing their understanding of personal and emotional well-being.
PLATFOS
Seed Round in 2018
PLATFOS Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that has developed a cloud-based mobile voucher platform aimed at facilitating the transmission and use of mobile products across countries. Established in 2015 and located in Seongnam-si, PLATFOS offers a system that enables businesses to issue their own electronic vouchers quickly and at no cost. The platform provides functionalities for the issuance, sale, and operation of mobile gift vouchers through software development kits (SDK) and application programming interfaces (API). This allows operators to create and manage their mobile vouchers efficiently, significantly reducing the time and cost typically associated with system development.
Nerd Games
Seed Round in 2017
Nerd Games is a mobile game creator that aims to transform the way people play games. They provide games such as action games with real-time siege, allowing gamers to experience a new manner of playing action games.
ForceTeller
Seed Round in 2017
FORCETELLER is a mobile application that offers online entertainment services centered around astrology and fortune-telling. The platform provides users with a modern, mobile-based experience, featuring traditional methods such as daily and monthly horoscopes, as well as Tarot readings. Through its innovative approach, FORCETELLER enables users to explore their fate and gain insights into their luck, helping them achieve emotional balance and psychological stability. The app connects users with various fortune-telling services, enhancing their understanding of personal and emotional well-being.
BabyFriends
Seed Round in 2016
BabyFriends is a mobile social application designed to connect mothers who are raising children in the same neighborhood. The app facilitates the sharing of information, experiences, and stories related to parenting, allowing users to engage in both individual chats and group discussions through community posts. By fostering connections among mothers, BabyFriends aims to create a supportive network that enhances the parenting experience.
Playsnak
Seed Round in 2016
Playsnak is a global next-generation game company with offices in Berlin and Los Angeles. It focuses on developing virtual reality (VR) experiences and publishing mobile games, positioning itself within the evolving global gaming market. As the industry shifts toward immersive gaming technologies like VR and augmented reality (AR), Playsnak aims to establish itself as a leader by leveraging this transition. The company is dedicated to systematically building a comprehensive gaming ecosystem that addresses the needs and preferences of modern gamers.
Cashtree
Series A in 2016
Cashtree is an advertising platform focused on the Indonesian market, operating primarily on Android devices. It allows users to earn phone credits by viewing advertisements displayed on their lock screens. The platform serves as a channel for cost-per-install (CPI), cost-per-click (CPC), and cost-per-action (CPA) campaigns, enabling brands to effectively promote their products and engage with their target audience. By integrating promotional activities into a widely used mobile feature, Cashtree creates a mutually beneficial environment for users and advertisers alike.
CwaveSoft
Series A in 2016
CwaveSoft Inc. is an online gaming studio based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in developing action games. Founded in 2013 by a former head director of Nexon, the company aims to provide engaging and challenging gaming experiences for players. By focusing on PC game genres, CwaveSoft enables game developers to concentrate on creating innovative and entertaining content for the gaming community.
PlayHard
Seed Round in 2016
PlayHard is an indie game development company founded by CEO Jung-Hyeok Shin and Art Director Gi-Ho Jeong. The company specializes in creating engaging and accessible mobile games, focusing on action and strategy genres. Their unique approach combines fun elements within an indie-specific framework, aimed at enhancing player experiences. One of their notable projects is "Red Bros," a casual RPG featuring touch-friendly drag-and-drop mechanics that allow players to strategically place and defeat mercenaries and native forces in battle. This game is set for release in 2016 and exemplifies PlayHard's commitment to providing immersive entertainment on mobile platforms.
V8 Games
Seed Round in 2016
V8 Games, founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in developing mobile games. The company focuses on creating casual social networking games and has a team composed of key personnel from Party Games. V8 Games offers titles such as "Minion Forest," which are accessible across various platforms, allowing players to fully engage in immersive gaming experiences.
KoKomo Games
Series B in 2016
Kokomo Games is a gaming studio based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and developing massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs). With a team of experienced professionals who have previously contributed to significant titles like "Lineage2" and "Blade&Soul," Kokomo aims to carve out a niche in the hardcore RPG genre, which they view as an untapped market. Unlike the current trend towards trading card games and midcore RPGs, Kokomo is focused on creating a flagship mobile MMORPG that appeals to gamers in Asia, particularly those with interests similar to the Korean gaming community. The studio's mission is to enhance the gaming experience by developing interactive, narrative-driven games that support multiplayer engagement in real-time.
MOAIGAMES
Series B in 2016
MOAIGAMES is a gaming platform that offers role-playing mobile and video games.
momo
Seed Round in 2016
Momo is a South Korean company founded in 2015, based in Seoul, that focuses on developing and distributing movie and web-based drama content specifically for mobile phones. The company operates as a social and software platform, emphasizing the creation of engaging media and entertainment experiences, primarily through web dramas and videos. By leveraging the growing demand for mobile content, momo aims to provide innovative storytelling that resonates with audiences on mobile devices.
Affinity Corporation
Seed Round in 2015
Affinity Corporation is a company specializing in mobile gaming developement designed to optimize the user's gaming experience.
KoKomo Games
Series A in 2015
Kokomo Games is a gaming studio based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and developing massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs). With a team of experienced professionals who have previously contributed to significant titles like "Lineage2" and "Blade&Soul," Kokomo aims to carve out a niche in the hardcore RPG genre, which they view as an untapped market. Unlike the current trend towards trading card games and midcore RPGs, Kokomo is focused on creating a flagship mobile MMORPG that appeals to gamers in Asia, particularly those with interests similar to the Korean gaming community. The studio's mission is to enhance the gaming experience by developing interactive, narrative-driven games that support multiplayer engagement in real-time.
BLACK BEARD
Seed Round in 2014
BLACK BEARD (블랙비어드) is a Korean provider of mobiles games and services. Its service portfolio includes content management systems (CMS) that enables its users to collect, analyze, and manage photos for various social media, as well as outsourcing travel and reservation projects. BLACK BEARD was established in November 2013 in Seoul, Korea.
Companimals
Venture Round in 2014
Companimals is a compound word made up of ‘Companion’ and ‘Animal’, which means animals living together with people who think of them as companions. This team consists of animal experts like veterinarians, engineers, designers, and other professionals of various fields, to serve for companion animals and people who care and love them. Companimals is currently developing a pet community service application that is optimal to use on mobile devices
Cocoon Games
Seed Round in 2014
Cocoon Games is a mobile game development company that specializes in creating core strategy genre games. The company aims to provide gamers with engaging and interactive experiences that can be enjoyed on mobile devices, allowing for gaming anytime and anywhere. Through its focus on developing innovative gameplay mechanics and immersive content, Cocoon Games seeks to appeal to a broad audience of mobile gamers.
HealthWave - Korea
Angel Round in 2014
HealthWave (주식회사 헬스웨이브) is a Korean company providing a parental education and patient services platform through animation production. Its primary service, HiChart, provides animated content that helps hospitals, guardians, and patients explain and understand medical content through videos that can be viewed on mobile devices or hospital clinical systems.
Dubaki
Angel Round in 2013
Dubaki Soft is a social gaming company focused on the development, design, production, and distribution of casual mobile games. The company is recognized for its popular titles, including the 3D games Dragon Mist and Air Hunter, which encompass action, war, and flying genres. By creating engaging gaming experiences for mobile platforms, Dubaki aims to capture the interest of casual gamers.
O'ol Blue
Angel Round in 2013
O'ol Blue Inc. is a South Korean mobile game developer established in 2012. The company is known for creating engaging gaming experiences, including the video game HunterHunter and other titles like Mighty Quest. O'ol Blue's games are designed to be compatible with various platforms, including iOS, Naver, and U+ devices, allowing users to connect and compete with players globally. Through its innovative approach to mobile gaming, O'ol Blue aims to enhance the entertainment options available to users.
Dryad
Seed Round in 2013
Dryad is a mobile game development platform based in South Korea, founded on May 18, 2012. The company specializes in creating online role-playing games (RPGs) aimed at users in the South Korean market. Through its innovative game development approach, Dryad seeks to engage players by providing immersive gaming experiences that cater to the preferences of local audiences.
Neptune
Pre Seed Round in 2012
Neptune Company, founded in 2012 and based in Seongnam, South Korea, specializes in the development of mobile games for smartphones and tablet PCs. The company operates as an online game center, providing services that support game developers in creating engaging mobile experiences. Neptune focuses on developing its own games while also acquiring intellectual properties across various genres, aiming to strengthen its portfolio and expand its presence in both the domestic and international gaming markets.
Greenmonster
Angel Round in 2012
Greenmonster, Inc. is a mobile services company established in June 2011 and based in Seoul, Korea. It specializes in developing and marketing Flava, a cloud-based diary application for iOS devices. Flava enhances users' multimedia writing capabilities by allowing them to organize and capture photos, text, and sounds within a single interface. The application also features a lifeblog service, enabling users to document and share their life experiences seamlessly.
WishLink
Angel Round in 2012
WishLink is a South Korean company based in Seoul, established in April 2011, that specializes in mobile shopping services. The company offers a range of platforms, including Cacao Style, which serves as an advertising, brokerage, and e-commerce solution for personal shopping. By focusing on mobile technology, WishLink aims to enhance the online shopping experience for consumers, facilitating easier access to various products and services through its innovative platforms.
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