Korea Investment Partners

Established in 1986, Korea Investment Partners is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Seoul. With over three decades of experience, the company invests globally in innovative startups across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and manufacturing. Notable investments include Kakao, Naver, YG Entertainment, and Didi Chuxing. The firm manages multiple funds with total assets under management exceeding US$1.8 billion.

Kim Jong -hyun

Director

Jihyun An

Principal of Venture Group 2

Shane Ang

Investor

In Jae Baek

Principal of Venture Group 1

Yer Hyun Baek

President

Haksung Chang

Managing Director and Head, PE

Yan Hao Chong

Principal, Singapore

Yeong Mok Gil

Managing Director

Kang Joon- gyu

Team Leader

Hudson Kyungshik Ho

Investor

Jingzhi Hu

Managing Partner

Mahn Soon Hwang

Investor

Man Soon Hwang

CEO

Joon Hyun

Managing Director

Sang Hyuk Jang

Principal

Chung Jeong-mok

Senior team manager

Leah Jiang

Investor

Joo Young Joo

Team Leader

Soon Ouk Jung

Executive Director of Venture Group 2

Seung-hi Kang

Principal

Kun Ho Kim

Principal

Jae Hong Kim

Managing Director

Hwa Young Kim

Senior Associate

Hwang Kim

Head of Management Relations Team

Dong Yeob Kim

Investor

Chang Ho Kim

General Manager

Minjun Kim

Judge

Yunjoon Kim Ph.D

Managing Director of Venture Group 1

Yong Jae Kim

Executive Director

Min Q Kim

Director

Hee Jin Kim

Director of Venture Group 1

SuChan Kwon

Senior Associate

Su Chan Kwon

Principal of Venture Group 2

Ji soo Lee

Director of Venture Group 1

Sang Jin Lee

Principal

Young Tak Lee

Principal

Sangwoo Lee

Managing Director

Michael Lee

Executive Director of Venture Group 1

Sangjoon Park

Investor

Min Sik Park

Managing Director

Deok Joon Shin

Director

Deok Jun Shin

Managing Director

Dong Hyun Song Ph.D

Executive Director of Venture Group 1

Benjamin Hyun Mok Song

Principal

Ping Wang

Associate Partner

Jerry Xu

Director and Principal

Clara Yoon

Principal

Past deals in South Korea

RideFlux

Series B in 2024
RideFlux is a South Korean self-driving software company focused on safe and reliable autonomous transportation. The firm develops autonomous driving software and pilot services, including remote vehicle control and high-precision map operation, to enable safe, efficient mobility. Founded in 2018, RideFlux conducts development and testing in Jeju Island, leveraging its varied road environments and weather conditions to advance urban autonomy. The company aims to provide integrated software and services that support autonomous driving for consumer and mobility services, emphasizing safety and reliability in autonomous transportation.

Trenbe

Series E in 2024
Trenbe Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the online sale of apparel, bags, shoes, and accessories for both men and women. Founded in 2016, Trenbe focuses on footwear products while offering a diverse range of related fashion items to cater to its customers' needs.

Syntekabio

Post in 2024
Syntekabio, Inc. is a bioinformatics company based in Daejeon, South Korea, founded in 2009. The firm specializes in genome analysis and the integration of bio data, utilizing advanced algorithms to create personal genome maps that facilitate disease prevention and the development of customized medications. Syntekabio also offers a technology for collecting and integrating decrypted whole genome data, which is instrumental in analyzing diseases, including rare conditions. Their MAHA supercomputer significantly reduces data-processing costs and enhances genome-based diagnostics. The company focuses on gene-related research and technology development, leveraging a genome big data platform and artificial intelligence for drug development and genetic analysis.

S-Alpha Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
S-Alpha Therapeutics Inc. is a digital therapeutics company based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 2019. It specializes in researching and developing health applications and platform technologies that leverage digital devices for the treatment of various diseases. The company’s product pipeline includes SAT-001, an application focused on ophthalmology for eye disease treatment; SAT-002, which addresses neurological conditions; SAT-003, designed for oncology to support cancer patients in their recovery; and SAT-008, aimed at public crises to address social issues. In addition to its health applications, S-Alpha Therapeutics also develops therapeutic devices, striving to provide innovative solutions for unmet medical needs across multiple therapeutic areas, including ophthalmology, neuropsychiatry, and cancer.

DotDotDot

Venture Round in 2023
DotDotDot is a South Korean company founded in 2018, specializing in the creation of animated video content for social media platforms. Headquartered in Seoul, the company develops technology that enables users to enhance their communication by incorporating emotions into 3D backgrounds and characters. DotDotDot allows users to share stories through short-form video comics, facilitating a more engaging and interactive way to express ideas compared to traditional photo, video, and text-based social media formats. By focusing on user-generated content and innovative storytelling, DotDotDot aims to transform social interactions in the digital landscape.

ENERZAi

Series A in 2023
ENERZAi is a Seoul-based artificial intelligence technology company that develops hardware- and software-enabled AI solutions. It provides MCU, CPU, and application processor services to enable AI on edge devices, including smart sensors, wearable devices, and robotics. The technology supports autonomous supervision, monitoring, and control of physical processes with real-time processing, and is designed to help customers migrate from expensive GPU instances by reducing model size, inference time, and operating costs. ENERZAi's offerings span software and lightweight hardware platforms for embedded applications in industrial, consumer, and automation contexts.

SuperBin

Series B in 2022
SuperBin Co., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, South Korea, specializes in the development of Nephron, an advanced circular resources collection robot. This innovative robot employs artificial intelligence to autonomously identify, sort, collect, and process waste materials, specifically targeting plastics and aluminum cans. SuperBin aims to foster a culture of recycling and sustainable growth by incentivizing users with financial rewards for their recycling efforts. Through its technology, the company seeks to promote the value of circulating resources and encourage a collective commitment to environmental responsibility.

Genesis Lab

Series B in 2022
Genesis Lab, Inc. is a technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2017, specializing in the development of artificial intelligence behavior analysis engines. The company offers a range of innovative products, including Viewinter.ai, a non-verbal behavior analysis tool designed to assist job seekers in training for video interviews. Additionally, Genesis Lab provides Genesis Drive, a solution that monitors driver drowsiness and distractions while detecting the emotions and behaviors of both drivers and passengers to enhance interactions and services. The Genesis Emotion AI SDK/API allows various industries to implement emotion recognition technology into their applications. The company also develops mobile applications, such as OREO, which humorously analyzes emotions, age, and gender from photos, and EMO, a gaming app that enables users to express emotions through facial mimicry. Overall, Genesis Lab aims to improve human-machine communication through its advanced AI technologies.

Robo Arete

Series A in 2022
Robo Arete is a robotics company specializing in the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry, established with the goal of innovating humanity's culinary culture and F&B business through the Robotics Kitchen. Comprising experts in robotics who directly execute development, deisgn, programming, and assembly of robotics automation systems, the team possess a comprehensive understanding of robotics. As a first project, we developed a robotics system equipped with the capability to automatically fry a variety of menu items, ranging from chicken to French fries. Since 2020, we have been operating our own chicken brand, "Robert Chicken," testing and continously enhancing the system in diverse environmnets, including delivery-focused stores, restaurants with dine-in options, shared kitchens, food trucks and others. The Robo Arete frying robot solution has been successfully implemented in various brands, including GS25, BHC, Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken, and ORG. The Robert Chicken familiy is expanding not only in South Korea but also in several countries. Franchise stores of Robert Chicken are set to open in the United States, Mexico, the Philippines, Singapore, and other countries in the first half of 2024, as part of an active pursuit of global market expansion. Robo Arete is also in the process of developing automation solutions for various cooking processes beyond frying, including hamburger patties and noodles. Additionally, we have developed robotic bartender for soju cocktails, currently being installed at the flagship Robert Chicken store in New York, with plans for public unveiling in the first half of 2024.

Monday OFF

Series A in 2022
Monday OFF is a mobile game developer and publisher located in South Korea.

t'order

Seed Round in 2022
T'order is an information technology company specializing in tablet ordering and advertising platforms for food and beverage brands. As a market leader in tablet-based ordering systems, T'order has deployed over 250,000 tablets, engaging more than 25 million monthly active users. The company's innovative digital solutions go beyond standard digital menus, providing a comprehensive platform that enhances customer experiences and creates targeted advertising opportunities. T'order effectively transforms customer interaction data into actionable insights, fostering mutually beneficial relationships between establishments and their guests. With a strong presence established in South Korea, T'order is actively expanding its operations internationally, leveraging its advanced technology and data-driven approach to drive the digital transformation of the F&B industry. The company’s products include a unique glass panel design instead of conventional plastic touch panels, offering superior performance while helping clients reduce monthly operating costs.

Dr.Diary

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2017, Dr.Diary is a South Korean company specializing in diabetes management solutions. Its flagship application helps users monitor blood sugar levels, track exercise routines and food intake, receive personalized health insights, and communicate with healthcare professionals.

PiLab Technology

Series A in 2022
PiLab Technology is a research-focused blockchain company that specializes in developing multipurpose software to facilitate communication and data management across various platforms. The company operates a multichain middleware platform designed to decentralize digital contracts, ensuring that private keys are securely maintained in one location. Its technology enables synchronization with existing digital wallets and supports secure cross-currency transactions, allowing users to transact seamlessly across multiple portals. Additionally, PiLab Technology creates programming languages and language applications aimed at enhancing the flexibility and security of smart contracts, thus enabling clients to automate the testing and deployment processes. Through its innovative solutions, PiLab Technology strives to make blockchain and software accessible to a broader audience.

SemiFive

Series B in 2022
SemiFive is a processor design company based in Seongnam-si, South Korea, specializing in custom silicon solutions. It develops RISC-V core intellectual property and cloud-based SoC design platforms to create custom systems for consumer and industrial IoT. The company offers end-to-end SoC design capabilities, including platform-based approaches that leverage configurable domain-specific architectures and pre-validated IP pools to accelerate development and reduce cost and risk. It collaborates with foundry partners, notably Samsung Foundry as a SAFETM DSP partner, to provide a one-stop solution for silicon designs. SemiFive aims to help customers realize AI-enabled and data-center oriented workloads through scalable, low-cost silicon solutions.

MORAI

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2018, MORAI specializes in developing simulation platforms for autonomous vehicle testing. Its core offering is a three-dimensional virtual environment that mirrors real-world road conditions, enabling the testing and enhancement of autonomous driving algorithms. The company also provides datasets to support advanced algorithms.

Loadcomplete

Series B in 2022
Loadcomplete is a South Korean developer of social and mobile games, founded in December 2009. The company specializes in creating engaging games for light-core to mid-core audiences, utilizing the latest technologies to foster a social gaming environment. Its notable titles include Tap Tap Heroes, Disco Panda, Bumping Bears, Play Kale, Trino, and Blue Heart, all available on iOS and Android platforms. Through its innovative approach, Loadcomplete aims to provide enjoyable gaming experiences that resonate with enthusiasts.

AIONCO KOREA

Series B in 2021
AIONCO KOREA Co., Ltd. is a logistics and air freight service provider based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 2015. The company offers a comprehensive range of services tailored for cross-border eCommerce clients, including competitive item sourcing, multi-channel fulfillment, drop shipments, global wholesale, and logistics solutions. AIONCO KOREA focuses on streamlining supply chains for brands engaged in both direct-to-consumer and wholesale markets. Its offerings also encompass warehousing, distribution logistics, and image production, ensuring a complete solution for managing logistics needs across various channels.

ONDA

Series B in 2021
ONDA is a hospitality technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in reservation management solutions for small to mid-size hotels and guesthouses both locally and internationally. The company offers a suite of products, including ONDA Plus for reservation management, ONDA Wave for integrated scheduling, and ONDA Star, a comprehensive property management system. Additionally, ONDA Easysell serves as a hotel extranet platform to enhance distribution capabilities. With a focus on optimizing hotel operations and increasing online visibility, ONDA aggregates real-time data from over 40,000 properties and distributes it across 50 online channels, enabling hotels to expand their reach and boost bookings. The company also publishes Magazine ON, which features interviews with accommodation owners and industry insights.

Bankware Global

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul, Korea, Bankware Global specializes in the development of banking and financial software systems tailored for various sectors, including retail, corporate, private, treasury, and microfinance banks. With a presence in three countries and four offices, the company serves over 100 financial institutions across seven countries in the Asia Pacific region. Bankware Global is recognized for its expertise in core banking solutions, having supplied its software to five digital banks in markets such as Korea, China, Japan, and Taiwan. The company is distinguished as a leading provider of core banking solutions in Korea, focusing on delivering innovative financial institution products and transaction software to both domestic and international clients.

Autonomous a2z

Series A in 2021
Autonomous a2z is a Korea-based developer of AI-driven autonomous driving solutions and related services. Its technology covers perception of surrounding conditions, planning of driving strategies, and automatic vehicle control, and it operates as a driving mobility platform offering autonomous driving services with judgment, recognition, and control capabilities. The company supports testing and commercialization of self-driving technology for vehicles including specialized trucks and tractors. Founded in 2018, Autonomous a2z is headquartered in Gyeongsan-si with additional offices in Anyang-si and Sejong City, South Korea.

SodaGift

Venture Round in 2021
SodaGift is an international gifting service platform that simplifies cross-border gift giving. It offers a seamless user experience and supports multiple languages, enabling users to send gifts from popular brands in the US, South Korea, and Canada to recipients worldwide.

DotDotDot

Seed Round in 2021
DotDotDot is a South Korean company founded in 2018, specializing in the creation of animated video content for social media platforms. Headquartered in Seoul, the company develops technology that enables users to enhance their communication by incorporating emotions into 3D backgrounds and characters. DotDotDot allows users to share stories through short-form video comics, facilitating a more engaging and interactive way to express ideas compared to traditional photo, video, and text-based social media formats. By focusing on user-generated content and innovative storytelling, DotDotDot aims to transform social interactions in the digital landscape.

S-Alpha Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
S-Alpha Therapeutics Inc. is a digital therapeutics company based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 2019. It specializes in researching and developing health applications and platform technologies that leverage digital devices for the treatment of various diseases. The company’s product pipeline includes SAT-001, an application focused on ophthalmology for eye disease treatment; SAT-002, which addresses neurological conditions; SAT-003, designed for oncology to support cancer patients in their recovery; and SAT-008, aimed at public crises to address social issues. In addition to its health applications, S-Alpha Therapeutics also develops therapeutic devices, striving to provide innovative solutions for unmet medical needs across multiple therapeutic areas, including ophthalmology, neuropsychiatry, and cancer.

Sky Labs

Series B in 2021
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.

Barogo

Series C in 2021
Founded in Seoul, South Korea in 2014, Barogo operates a last-mile delivery platform that connects businesses and customers. It specializes in two-wheeled logistics, primarily focusing on food delivery services by partnering with various food outlets.

TSD Life Sciences

Series A in 2021
TSD Life Sciences Co., Ltd., established in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in the research and development of pharmaceuticals targeting rare and intractable diseases, with a primary focus on cancer. The company offers comprehensive clinical research services, including non-clinical studies, clinical trials, orphan drug designation, and project management, aiming to develop innovative antibody drugs for treating previously incurable conditions.

Spendit

Series A in 2021
Spendit is a B2B fintech company in Seoul, Korea.

Studio Samick

Seed Round in 2021
Studio Samick Co Ltd is a South Korean company based in Seoul that specializes in e-commerce services for home and office furnishings. It offers a diverse range of products, including beds, mattresses, sofas, wardrobes, and body pillows, which are designed and planned in-house. The company focuses on online distribution and manages the logistics of its supply chain, ensuring a streamlined delivery process by coordinating between manufacturing partners and logistics providers. This approach allows Studio Samick to maintain just-in-time production and timely delivery for its customers.

Monday OFF

Seed Round in 2021
Monday OFF is a mobile game developer and publisher located in South Korea.

Trenbe

Series B in 2021
Trenbe Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the online sale of apparel, bags, shoes, and accessories for both men and women. Founded in 2016, Trenbe focuses on footwear products while offering a diverse range of related fashion items to cater to its customers' needs.

MegazoneCloud

Series B in 2020
MegazoneCloud, established in 2018 as a spin-off from Megazone Corporation, is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The company specializes in providing a wide array of cloud adoption and consulting services, including implementation, enterprise support, management, cost optimization, and education. With a strong partnership with Amazon Web Services and over 100 global technology partners, MegazoneCloud has built a reputation as the largest premier consulting partner of AWS in the Asia Pacific region. The company has successfully served more than 1,500 clients, including major enterprises such as Samsung, LG, and Lotte Group, by facilitating their digital transformation through tailored cloud solutions. Additionally, MegazoneCloud operates offices in Palo Alto, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Hanoi, reflecting its commitment to expanding its global presence and supporting businesses in optimizing their processes and managing their cloud needs effectively.

EJN

Series A in 2020
EJN Corp. is an IT company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in online community platforms and services tailored for gamers. Established in 2016, the company operates several key platforms, including Battle.dog, an e-sports platform that analyzes viewing data from competitions, and Twip, an online sales channel designed for creators and streamers. Additionally, EJN provides community and payment services for game video streaming, enhancing the overall experience for both gamers and content creators. Through its innovative offerings, EJN aims to foster engagement and support within the gaming community.

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.

Trost

Series A in 2020
Trost Company, established in 2016 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in mental healthcare services. The company offers an array of online counseling options, including an employee assistance program (EAP) designed to support organizations in promoting mental well-being among employees. Utilizing a mobile application named TROST, the company connects users with qualified counselors who provide diagnosis and treatment through virtual consultations. Additionally, Trost offers various self-analysis tests, covering areas such as psychological health, personality assessment, depression, self-esteem, and job-related stress. Through its services, Trost aims to enhance access to mental health resources and foster psychological well-being.

Trenbe

Series A in 2019
Trenbe Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the online sale of apparel, bags, shoes, and accessories for both men and women. Founded in 2016, Trenbe focuses on footwear products while offering a diverse range of related fashion items to cater to its customers' needs.

Crowdworks

Series B in 2019
CrowdWorks, Inc. is a South Korea-based company that operates an online crowdsourcing platform specifically designed for artificial intelligence (AI). The company focuses on enhancing machine learning processes by collecting, structuring, and strengthening training data. It provides services that include the analysis and classification of various types of data, such as images, text, audio, and survey responses. By utilizing a pool of approximately 500,000 qualified labelers, CrowdWorks aims to improve the accuracy of human-powered data, thereby streamlining the AI model training workflow. The platform's Auto-ML features facilitate efficient data preparation, making it an essential resource for over 430 leading AI companies seeking to rapidly develop and deploy advanced AI solutions.

Wadiz

Series C in 2019
Founded in 2012, Wadiz is a South Korean crowdfunding platform headquartered in Seongnam. It facilitates venture capital, equity, and product crowdfunding across various industries.

DeepSearch

Series C in 2019
DeepSearch, Inc. is a financial research company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2013. It operates a comprehensive research platform designed for individual investors, providing them with essential financial information and analytical tools. The company offers various solutions, including DeepSearch, an online platform that delivers financial data and analysis; SNEK, which aids users in evaluating companies; and DDI Alerts, a service that helps users anticipate risks and make timely decisions to mitigate them. Additionally, DeepSearch features an Index solution that allows users to create customized investment indices, enhancing their investment strategies. The company's goal is to empower individual investors with the tools required for informed decision-making in the financial markets.

Trenbe

Series A in 2019
Trenbe Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the online sale of apparel, bags, shoes, and accessories for both men and women. Founded in 2016, Trenbe focuses on footwear products while offering a diverse range of related fashion items to cater to its customers' needs.

PiLab Technology

Seed Round in 2019
PiLab Technology is a research-focused blockchain company that specializes in developing multipurpose software to facilitate communication and data management across various platforms. The company operates a multichain middleware platform designed to decentralize digital contracts, ensuring that private keys are securely maintained in one location. Its technology enables synchronization with existing digital wallets and supports secure cross-currency transactions, allowing users to transact seamlessly across multiple portals. Additionally, PiLab Technology creates programming languages and language applications aimed at enhancing the flexibility and security of smart contracts, thus enabling clients to automate the testing and deployment processes. Through its innovative solutions, PiLab Technology strives to make blockchain and software accessible to a broader audience.

Gencurix

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2011, Gencurix is a South Korean company specializing in the development of molecular diagnostic products to support precision medicine. Its portfolio includes prognostic tests for breast cancer (GenesWell BCT) and lung cancer (GenesWell ddEGFR Mutation Test), as well as companion diagnostics for lung cancer.

Market Kurly

Series C in 2018
Market Kurly is an online grocery service based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in the delivery of fresh and premium food products. Founded in 2014, the platform allows users to order a wide range of items, including vegetables, fruits, meats, dairy, baked goods, and processed foods, all sourced directly from producers. Market Kurly focuses on providing high-quality ingredients and offers next-day delivery, ensuring that customers receive their orders promptly. The service also includes non-perishable items, enabling shoppers to conveniently access a variety of groceries. Through its innovative logistics and delivery system, Market Kurly aims to enhance the grocery shopping experience by transforming the way food is produced and distributed.

Genome

Series B in 2018
Genome & Company, headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, specializes in researching microbes and probiotics to develop dietary supplements, cosmeceuticals, and novel drugs targeting conditions such as obesity, diabetes, acne, atopic dermatitis, and cancer-related therapies.

DeepSearch

Series B in 2018
DeepSearch, Inc. is a financial research company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2013. It operates a comprehensive research platform designed for individual investors, providing them with essential financial information and analytical tools. The company offers various solutions, including DeepSearch, an online platform that delivers financial data and analysis; SNEK, which aids users in evaluating companies; and DDI Alerts, a service that helps users anticipate risks and make timely decisions to mitigate them. Additionally, DeepSearch features an Index solution that allows users to create customized investment indices, enhancing their investment strategies. The company's goal is to empower individual investors with the tools required for informed decision-making in the financial markets.

StyleShare

Series C in 2018
StyleShare Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2011 that specializes in designing and developing a mobile and web application focused on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. The platform serves as a real-time space for users to share and receive updates related to these interests, allowing individuals to showcase their daily outfits and recent purchases. With millions of users across 120 countries, StyleShare has established itself as a leading mobile platform in the fashion and beauty sector, earning recognition from prominent publications such as VOGUE, Instyle, and Elle Japan. Through its innovative application, StyleShare facilitates a vibrant community where users can connect over their shared passion for fashion.

Kakao VX

Venture Round in 2018
Kakao VX is a subsidiary of Kakao Games Corporation, established in 2012 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea. The company specializes in providing integrated golf services that merge sports with information technology. Kakao VX develops an AI-driven indoor golf simulator, offering users a virtual golfing experience complete with detailed golf course structures, a practice mode, and a virtual caddie system. The platform also includes golf training programs, screen golf, and services for golf equipment and course reservations, catering to the growing demand for home training solutions in the golfing community. By leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality, Kakao VX aims to enhance the overall golfing experience and promote a healthy lifestyle.

Genome

Series A in 2017
Genome & Company, headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, specializes in researching microbes and probiotics to develop dietary supplements, cosmeceuticals, and novel drugs targeting conditions such as obesity, diabetes, acne, atopic dermatitis, and cancer-related therapies.

Wadiz

Series B in 2017
Founded in 2012, Wadiz is a South Korean crowdfunding platform headquartered in Seongnam. It facilitates venture capital, equity, and product crowdfunding across various industries.

ABL Bio

Series B in 2017
ABL Bio Inc. is a biotechnology research company based in Seongnam, South Korea, dedicated to the development of therapeutic drugs aimed at treating immuno-oncology and neurodegenerative diseases. The company's pipeline includes several innovative products, such as ABL001, a bispecific antibody for cancer immunotherapy, and ABL301, designed to penetrate the blood-brain barrier. ABL Bio also focuses on antibody-drug conjugates and dual immune cell targeting bispecific antibodies, reflecting its commitment to advancing novel therapies in the biotech sector. Through its research and development efforts, ABL Bio aims to improve patients' lives by delivering effective and innovative treatment options.

Market Kurly

Series A in 2016
Market Kurly is an online grocery service based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in the delivery of fresh and premium food products. Founded in 2014, the platform allows users to order a wide range of items, including vegetables, fruits, meats, dairy, baked goods, and processed foods, all sourced directly from producers. Market Kurly focuses on providing high-quality ingredients and offers next-day delivery, ensuring that customers receive their orders promptly. The service also includes non-perishable items, enabling shoppers to conveniently access a variety of groceries. Through its innovative logistics and delivery system, Market Kurly aims to enhance the grocery shopping experience by transforming the way food is produced and distributed.

Toomics

Series C in 2016
Toomics is a subscription-based digital entertainment platform that provides a variety of webtoons of various genres. Available in multiple languages, Toomics has relied on its high quality webtoon-IP and distribution capacity to evolve into one of the fastest growing global webtoon platforms to date. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Yeoksamdong, South Korea.

Korbit

Series A in 2016
Korbit, Inc., founded in 2013 by Kangmo Kim, Louis Jinhwa Kim, and Tony Lyu, is a Seoul-based company that provides online bitcoin exchange, wallet, and merchant processor services. Korbit utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate global money transfers in under half an hour, allowing users to securely buy, sell, and exchange cryptocurrency with bank-level security. As of September 26, 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of NXC Corporation.

Fount

Series A in 2016
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.

Drama & Company

Series B in 2015
Founded in June 2013, Drama & Company specializes in mobile business card solutions. Its flagship product, Profeel.me, allows users to create and share personalized business cards via smartphone, featuring images, profiles, social media links, and seamless sharing across platforms like Kakao Talk. Additionally, the company offers Remember app for scanning, sorting, and storing business cards securely.

NBT

Series B in 2015
NBT Partners is a Korean company established in 2012 and based in Seoul, specializing in mobile and online platform development services. The company offers a range of products, including Cache Slides, an application designed to verify information during shopping activities through a slide unlock screen. Additionally, NBT Partners has developed Baobab Class, an online platform that delivers personalized educational content tailored to users' needs. The company focuses on creating customized accumulation systems and leveraging knowledge-based technology to enhance user experiences based on their preferences.

SMATOOS JAPAN

Venture Round in 2015
SMATOOS JAPAN is a global educational technology company with current branches in Seoul.

Cocoonbeat

Private Equity Round in 2015
Cocoonbeat is a mobile game studio based in South Korea that specializes in developing slingshot action games. The company is known for its engaging titles, including RPG and CRUSH, which offer users a variety of gaming experiences at affordable prices. By focusing on innovative gameplay mechanics, Cocoonbeat aims to attract a diverse audience of mobile gamers, providing entertainment and enjoyment through its unique game offerings.

It's Skin

Series A in 2015
It'S SKIN Co., Ltd. manufactures and distributes skin care products in South Korea and internationally. The company offers skin care products, including eye, sun care, cleansing, mask, and special care products; base and point make up products; nail care and color products; hair and body care products; men and baby care products; and tools, etc.

EuBiologics

Series B in 2014
EuBiologics Co., Ltd., established in 2010 and based in Seoul, South Korea, is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development and supply of vaccines for epidemic prevention and antibiotic resistance. Its product portfolio includes Euvchol, an oral cholera prevention vaccine, and CRM197, a diphtheria toxin mutant vaccine. The company also offers customized services for mammalian and microbial cell-derived biopharmaceuticals, supporting clients from cell line development to GMP production, along with regulatory support. Additionally, EuBiologics provides contract testing services, process and formulation development, and licensing consulting services, contributing to human health across various stages of life.

Action Square

Series A in 2013
Founded in 2012, Action Square is a South Korean game development company specializing in mid-core action games for mobile platforms.

Four33

Series A in 2013
4:33 Ltd. (네시삼십삼분) is a Korean social entertainment media company with over 10 years of experience in mobile and online game development.

LOC&ALL

Venture Round in 2013
LOC&ALL, established in May 2010 in Seoul, Korea, specializes in solutions, services, and systems for internet-connected smartphones, focusing on enhancing user experiences through location-based services. The company offers a car navigation application that transforms smartphones into touchscreen navigation devices, compatible with both iOS and Android platforms. Through its innovative approach, LOC&ALL aims to create enjoyable and efficient smartphone experiences for users.

Kakao Corp

Post in 2011
Kakao is a mobile lifestyle platform company with services spanning messaging, mail, search, news, advertising, gaming, e-commerce, music, maps and more. Its content platform offers a diverse array of content that can be enjoyed by users of all interest range. Daum News offers tens of thousands of news articles from top news outlets every day, and Story Funding, the country’s first crowdfunding service, is building a healthy platform for new information in hand with users. Kakao Music, Kakao Page, Daum Webtoon and more, enrich user's daily lives enabling users to easily share and enjoy music, cartoons, novels and more. Kakao Game is a mobile gaming platform that allows users to compete with friends on their social graph. Its popularity has resulted in explosive growths for the Korean mobile gaming industry while establishing mobile games as a mainstream phenomenon. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Jeju, South Korea.

ENERZAi

ENERZAi is a Seoul-based artificial intelligence technology company that develops hardware- and software-enabled AI solutions. It provides MCU, CPU, and application processor services to enable AI on edge devices, including smart sensors, wearable devices, and robotics. The technology supports autonomous supervision, monitoring, and control of physical processes with real-time processing, and is designed to help customers migrate from expensive GPU instances by reducing model size, inference time, and operating costs. ENERZAi's offerings span software and lightweight hardware platforms for embedded applications in industrial, consumer, and automation contexts.
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