RECO is a waste management platform that combines digital solutions and customized waste hauling services. They provide optimal waste management solutions for each business site. Their services include improving the emission environment, waste collection and transport, management automation, and resource circulation. They manage the entire process, from waste disposal to final treatment. It offers dedicated software (web/app) to assist with waste management automation. The software can easily manage all tasks, from monitoring emissions data to checking real-time rates and waste reporting documents, reducing work hours.
Pin Therapeutics
Series C in 2024
Pin Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing therapeutic products that target disease-causing proteins for immune diseases, cancer, and aging-related conditions. It employs protein degradation systems to break down these proteins.
Ubix Therapeutics
Series C in 2024
Ubix Therapeutics, Inc. is a research and development company based in Seoul, South Korea, focused on the development of anti-cancer drugs utilizing a proprietary proteolysis targeting chimera platform. The company employs advanced inhibitor technology that degrades specific target proteins within cells, aiming to enhance therapeutic efficacy for various cancers. By binding to proteins associated with disease, Ubix Therapeutics seeks to provide life-saving medications for patients, thereby supporting both patients and medical professionals in the fight against cancer.
Meissa is a drone-based construction technology company that offers real-time 3D mapping and modeling and develops a construction data platform to digitalize sites with spatial data. The platform enables design-level comparisons, overlaying floor plans captured by drones, and full 3D modeling of projects, helping clients monitor progress, enhance safety, and execute construction more efficiently.
H Energy provides optimal operation of distributed resources and power brokerage services.
Nota AI specializes in optimizing artificial intelligence models using NetsPresso, its proprietary hardware-aware platform. This enables diverse AI solutions, such as those for intelligent transportation systems and low-powered driver monitoring.
Medistream
Series C in 2024
Medistream operates an integrated platform for oriental medicine.
bHaptics specializes in full-body haptic technology, offering a high-end vest with 40 feedback points that provides lag-free wireless touch sensations. Compatible with various platforms and games, it enhances virtual reality experiences.
Musinsa Co., Ltd. is a fashion-focused company based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 2012. It operates both online and offline, offering a diverse range of products that include apparel, footwear, accessories, cosmetics, and more. Musinsa serves as a platform for various brands, including subculture, national, and global sports brands, providing customers with curated content, styling pictorials, and information on fashion trends. The company emphasizes customer engagement by allowing users to interact with brands and access personalized curation and storytelling. Additionally, Musinsa publishes an online fashion web magazine that showcases product information and brand highlights, further enriching the fashion culture and consumption experience in the Korean market.
Sky Labs is a technology company focused on developing innovative wearable devices for health monitoring, particularly a cuffless ring-type blood pressure monitor and a device known as the Cardio Tracker (CART). The CART is designed for continuous monitoring of atrial fibrillation, a common and often undiagnosed heart condition affecting many individuals over 40. This device can be worn comfortably on any finger and is both waterproof and dustproof, allowing users to wear it throughout their daily activities without interruption. It operates without user intervention, automatically detecting and recording atrial fibrillation, which users can track via a smartphone application. The device aims not only to assist individuals in managing their heart health but also to provide valuable data to healthcare professionals for accurate diagnosis. Sky Labs is currently conducting clinical trials in collaboration with Seoul National University Hospital to validate the performance of its technology, with an initial focus on the atrial fibrillation patient market in Finland, and an extended target market of millions worldwide. The company is also partnering with Bayer to explore further healthcare innovations.
Brexogen is a biotechnology company focused on cell therapy research and development. It specializes in creating optimized parental cells for exosome production, aiming to treat incurable diseases through stem cell exosomes.
FuriosaAI
Series C in 2023
FuriosaAI delivers the performance for real-time AI services while achieving energy efficiency for the lowest operation cost at scale. They build the entire product on a solid core foundation because AI chips on the ground are doomed to fail when it comes to addressing the complex and rapidly changing requirement metrics of hyper scalers and enterprises.
Wefun is a company focused on managing office snacks, offering a diverse selection to meet the tastes of employees. They employ a dedicated snack curator who conducts personalized consultations to understand client preferences and recommend new products. This tailored approach allows businesses to order weekly snacks that align with the specific tastes of their workforce, enhancing the overall workplace experience.
Agreable is a brand commerce startup that manufactures and distributes lifestyle products.
THE PIRATES
Series C in 2022
The Pirates Co., Ltd. specializes in the development and operation of a mobile application that serves both wholesale and retail markets for seafood products. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company also operates an aquatic market news platform that delivers information on fresh seafood offerings. This platform connects consumers with suppliers, providing essential insights into the quality of marine products and facilitating informed purchasing decisions. Through its innovative approach, The Pirates aims to enhance the seafood purchasing experience by bridging the gap between consumers and the fish market.
FASSTO is a consulting company that provides packaging, delivery, logistics, and shipping services, including fulfillment for online merchants. It leverages digital technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data to streamline shipping operations, enabling small-scale sellers, sole proprietors, and other online vendors with limited capital to manage orders efficiently, save time, and reduce costs.
Anipen is a Korean company focused on developing 3D content and augmented reality applications tailored for short video platforms and video games. The firm utilizes advanced augmented reality and deep learning technologies to create engaging content, including AR web TV shows, promotional videos for social media, and animated clips optimized for mobile devices. By providing these innovative solutions, Anipen enables enterprises to enhance their video communication and entertainment offerings, thereby promoting their products effectively in a competitive digital landscape.
E Green Global
Series C in 2022
E Green Global is an agri-tech company that specializes in the mass production of seed potatoes through proprietary tissue culture technology. The company aims to address the limitations of the seed potato supply system by manufacturing microtubules on a commercial scale. This technology allows E Green Global to produce agricultural products that are free from viruses, nematodes, bacteria, and diseases, thereby enhancing the quality and reliability of seed potatoes for customers. By overcoming previous challenges in growth and development, E Green Global is positioned to significantly impact the agricultural sector.
CONTEC is providing ground station services, satellite image processing, and application services. The company's ground station network supports VHF, UHF, S-Band, and X-Band frequencies for TT&C via high-performance receivers for high data rate reception. They especially focus on applications for urban change detection of smart cities and aim to provide the best service possible for local governments and therefore contribute to urban development. Contec's main goal of building a global ground station network and operating its own Earth observation satellites.
Rznomics is a biotechnology company focused on developing RNA-based gene therapies and related gene therapy products to treat cancer and other intractable diseases. It aims to create new biopharmaceuticals for cancers, degenerative neurological diseases, and hereditary conditions, including approaches for liver cancer. Originating from Professor Lee Sung-wook’s laboratory, the company has been recognized for technology excellence and was selected by the TIPS program, underscoring its potential in advancing gene therapy.
WonderWall
Series C in 2022
WonderWall is an online art learning platform that connects artists and facilitates the sharing of practical knowledge across various creative disciplines. The platform provides access to a diverse range of online videos covering areas such as music, acting, directing, art, photography, design, and cooking. By offering these resources, WonderWall enables learners to acquire new skills and insights from the comfort of their homes, fostering a community of artists eager to enhance their craft.
Apartmentary
Series C in 2022
Apartmentary specializes in residential interior renovation services. It helps customers optimize their living spaces through tailored remodeling solutions, including space optimization, material selection, and aesthetic enhancements. The company aims to create functional and visually cohesive environments that reflect each customer's personal style.
Amyloid Solution
Series C in 2022
Amyloid Solution is a biopharmaceutical company based in Seongnam, South Korea. It specializes in developing novel therapeutics aimed at modifying the progression of Alzheimer's disease by focusing on its underlying pathophysiological events.
OnePredict
Series C in 2022
OnePredict, established in 2016, is a prominent player in the field of industrial AI technology, recognized for its innovative solutions and a record nine wins at the Global PHM Data Challenge. The company specializes in the development of the GuardiOne® Series, which offers advanced AI solutions tailored for various industrial applications, including bearings, turbines, wind farms, transformers, robots, and motors. OnePredict's machine intelligence software is designed to transform data into actionable industrial intelligence, providing predictive analytics that help businesses assess the risk of equipment failure and determine the remaining lifecycle of critical assets. By optimizing hardware for real-time processing, OnePredict enables companies to make informed and timely decisions, thereby enhancing operational efficiency across diverse industries.
Sir.Loin is an e-commerce platform specializing in Korean beef. It oversees the entire process from feeding and breeding cattle to aging and processing meat, ensuring customers receive high-quality products directly.
Dealicious
Series C in 2022
Dealicious operates as an online marketplace designed to connect fashion wholesalers and retailers on a global scale. By facilitating direct access to a vast selection of quality merchandise, including clothing, bags, shoes, and accessories, Dealicious streamlines the wholesale purchasing process. The platform primarily focuses on the Dongdaemun fashion district in South Korea, renowned for its concentration of fashion manufacturing and distribution within a compact area. With approximately 11,000 registered wholesale stores, Dealicious enables retailers to browse and order from a diverse array of items, with 24,000 new products added daily. This approach eliminates the need for retailers to visit physical markets, allowing them to save valuable time and resources. Dealicious is committed to enhancing the user experience by continuously developing customer-centric services that ensure seamless access to high-quality products in the Korean fashion market.
Recens Medical
Series C in 2021
Recens Medical develops precision cooling technology for medical applications. Its flagship device rapidly and precisely cools the surface of the eye, providing rapid anesthesia for ocular procedures. The technology also offers therapeutic temperature control for dermatologic and orthopedic treatments, delivering symptomatic relief without tissue damage. By enabling painless and efficient procedures, Recens Medical expands treatment options across multiple specialties.
SM Lab provides develops and produces anode and cathode materials for secondary batteries.
Livicon is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in polymer-dispersed liquid crystal displays. The company produces various types of panels, including normal film products, glass lamination, and self-adhesive products. Livicon's manufacturing process adheres to strict quality control standards while maintaining low costs, allowing clients to obtain display panels that affordably meet their specific needs.
Brandi is a vertical commerce company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. It operates a retail platform specializing in the fashion and beauty sectors, providing both B2C and B2B shopping experiences. Brandi offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, cosmetics, and home interior items. The company focuses on creating a connected ecosystem that links manufacturers, wholesalers, and consumers, thereby aiding young individuals in engaging with current fashion trends. Through its platform, Brandi aims to make various clothing brands accessible to customers at affordable prices.
Fount Inc. is an asset management Robo-Advisor company that was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The firm specializes in providing customized financial portfolios through its investing algorithm, which leverages Big Data technology and advanced computer algorithms. Fount's Robo-Advisor engine, Bluewhale, determines the optimal combination of assets by integrating financial engineering technology with asset allocation theories. The company's approach emphasizes passive investing, aiming to align investment strategies with clients' goals and risk tolerances over various time horizons. By utilizing AI technology, Fount enables clients to effectively monitor financial markets and adjust their asset allocations in response to market changes.
Makestar is a global platform connecting Korean pop music enthusiasts with their favorite artists. It facilitates crowdfunding for music projects, enabling fans worldwide to interact with stars, participate in content creation, and support the expansion of Hallyu culture.
H2O Hospitality
Series C in 2021
H2O Hospitality, Ltd. is a hospitality management company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the Korean and Japanese markets. Established in 2015, it is recognized as the largest vacation rental management company in its region. H2O Hospitality offers a range of services including profit management, housekeeping and facility management, customer call response, online sales and marketing, as well as reservation and inventory management. The company utilizes an innovative property management system (PMS) that automates operational flows by linking calendars between guests, rooms, and housekeepers, thereby significantly reducing fixed operational costs and enhancing facility yield. Additionally, H2O Hospitality provides digital management solutions to streamline operations for vacation rental properties, facilitating bookings from various online travel agencies and optimizing customer attraction.
H2O Hospitality
Series C in 2021
H2O Hospitality, Ltd. is a hospitality management company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the Korean and Japanese markets. Established in 2015, it is recognized as the largest vacation rental management company in its region. H2O Hospitality offers a range of services including profit management, housekeeping and facility management, customer call response, online sales and marketing, as well as reservation and inventory management. The company utilizes an innovative property management system (PMS) that automates operational flows by linking calendars between guests, rooms, and housekeepers, thereby significantly reducing fixed operational costs and enhancing facility yield. Additionally, H2O Hospitality provides digital management solutions to streamline operations for vacation rental properties, facilitating bookings from various online travel agencies and optimizing customer attraction.
Laundrygo
Series C in 2021
Laundrygo is an on-demand laundry service that offers subscription-based laundry cleaning solutions. The company focuses on delivering a convenient and efficient alternative to traditional laundry services by ensuring that customers receive their cleaned laundry within one day. By providing this rapid turnaround at a lower cost than conventional laundry shops, Laundrygo aims to enhance the customer experience and eliminate the hassle often associated with laundry tasks.
Musicow, Inc. is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, that operates an online platform facilitating the investment in music copyrights. Founded in 2017, Musicow allows musical artists to share their copyright with fans, enabling fans to invest in K-Pop songs through a public auction or an online marketplace. The platform offers users the ability to buy and sell fractional ownership of music rights, thereby creating opportunities for fans and investors to earn royalties based on the streaming and usage of the songs. Additionally, Musicow features a secondary marketplace for music copyright trading and project financing, enhancing participation in the music industry and allowing for potential returns on investments.
Logispot provides a digital logistics and freight transport platform that aims to streamline the fragmented cargo market. The platform offers integrated transport management, inbound and outbound logistics, and interoperability with customers' internal systems to enable efficient, hassle-free transportation of goods and services. Founded in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, Logispot focuses on simplifying logistics for businesses through its systematic tooling and networked operations.
Kmong Inc. is a South Korean company that operates a freelance and micro-job marketplace, facilitating the exchange of services between individuals. Established in June 2012, the platform allows users to buy and sell a wide range of services across various categories, including design, IT and programming, marketing, consulting, translation, writing, and more. Freelancers can list their services with price quotes, making it easier for potential clients to find and engage with them. Kmong's services extend beyond traditional categories to include offerings like private lessons and unique personal services. The company is based in Seoul and provides a mobile application for Android devices, enhancing accessibility for users.
OPENEDGES Technology
Series C in 2021
OPENEDGES Technology researches AI acceleration technology to contribute to democratizing AI innovation. The company provides IP technology for smart computing, enabling Internet of Smart Things. The company provides IPs in two technology sectors of smart computing highly efficient AI acceleration and high-performance memory subsystem including DDR memory controller and on-chip interconnect IP.
The company offers the needed boost to performance, efficiency, and reliability.
OPENEDGES Technology was founded on 2015 and is headquartered in Seoul, Korea.
Qraft Technologies
Series C in 2021
Qraft Technologies is a South Korean company founded in 2016 that develops artificial‑intelligence platforms for asset management, trading, and insurance. The team combines data scientists, engineers, and investment experts to create solutions that optimize portfolio allocation, reduce operational costs, and deliver excess returns relative to traditional market indices. The platform is modular and can be customized for various applications, including autonomous driving, insurance underwriting, and purchasing management, enabling clients to improve efficiency and marketability across multiple sectors.
SolarConnect
Series C in 2021
SolarConnect, Inc. is a South Korean company that specializes in the production of solar energy and provides information technology-based energy solutions. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Seoul, the company operates solar energy plants and installs solar panels in residential areas and apartments. SolarConnect aims to integrate innovative financial and technological solutions into the solar and energy industries, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy practices.
Qraft Technologies
Series C in 2020
Qraft Technologies is a South Korean company founded in 2016 that develops artificial‑intelligence platforms for asset management, trading, and insurance. The team combines data scientists, engineers, and investment experts to create solutions that optimize portfolio allocation, reduce operational costs, and deliver excess returns relative to traditional market indices. The platform is modular and can be customized for various applications, including autonomous driving, insurance underwriting, and purchasing management, enabling clients to improve efficiency and marketability across multiple sectors.
TAKEONE Studio
Series C in 2020
TAKEONE Studio creates and develops original IP addresses for various media and entertainment content. It provides digital access to brands' films, web novels, and games.
NYOU is a game development studio that creates and publishes games for recreational use. It develops titles intended for entertainment and engagement, including a massively multiplayer online role-playing game set in a medieval world that evolves according to players' in-game decisions, delivering dynamic content and ongoing player-driven experiences.
Laserssel
Series C in 2020
Laserssel Co Ltd specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced optical technologies, including beam-shaping optics, optical lasers, laser selective reflow systems, and laser compression bonders. The company serves a diverse range of sectors, such as semiconductor manufacturing, high-end displays, automotive applications, consumer electronics, military technologies, and industrial processes. By providing innovative solutions in laser technology, Laserssel supports the growing demands of these industries with its cutting-edge products.
malhae is a mobile application that provides taste search guidance system by field of interest.
Fresh Easy
Series C in 2020
Fresh Easy is a distributor of meal kits.
Buzzvil Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company specializing in lock screen advertising solutions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seoul, Buzzvil offers Honeyscreen, a mobile application that turns smartphone lock screens into advertising spaces, and Buzzscreen, a software development kit (SDK) for Android that integrates advertisements into various applications. The platform serves both publishers and advertisers, enabling them to engage users effectively while providing unique advertising opportunities. By leveraging machine learning, Buzzvil aims to enhance digital marketing campaigns, fostering greater user interaction and improving conversion rates. The company is focused on expanding its offerings beyond traditional mobile screens to reach a wider audience and create new advertising inventories with diverse user interfaces.
Classting
Venture Round in 2018
Classting, Inc. is a South Korean company that develops a productivity application aimed at enhancing communication within educational settings. The platform serves as a social media tool, connecting educators, students, and parents both inside and outside the classroom. By providing an effective Learning Management System (LMS) and a suite of educational services, Classting addresses the diverse needs of students and teachers, facilitating personalized learning experiences through the use of big data and artificial intelligence. The company collaborates with over 20 content providers to deliver tailored educational resources, thereby helping students learn more effectively. Through its innovative approach, Classting seeks to improve classroom communication and support the varied learning levels of students.
Neuromeka
Series C in 2018
Neuromeka is a robotics company specializing in the development of collaborative robots tailored for manufacturing environments. The company focuses on creating a robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) platform that facilitates the adoption of robotic automation for small and medium-sized enterprises. Neuromeka's robots are designed for safe interaction with human operators, ensuring user-friendly operation without the requirement for specialized expertise. By establishing a comprehensive ecosystem, Neuromeka aims to simplify the integration and management of robotic systems, making automation accessible and secure for various industries.