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.

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

Hudson Kyungshik Ho

Investor

Jingzhi Hu

Managing Partner

Mahn Soon Hwang

Investor

Man Soon Hwang

CEO

Joon Hyun

Managing Director

Sang Hyuk Jang

Principal

Leah Jiang

Investor

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

Dong Yeob Kim

Investor

Chang Ho Kim

General Manager

Yunjoon Kim Ph.D

Managing Director of Venture Group 1

Yong Jae Kim

Executive Director

Min Q Kim

Director

Kim Jong -hyun

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 Autonomous Vehicles

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.

EYEQ Lab

Series B in 2024
EYEQ Lab is an engineering firm that develops and manufactures power semiconductors, offering end-to-end development and manufacturing capabilities for power semiconductor technologies. The company supports applications in solar energy, autonomous vehicles, high-speed charging, medical equipment, and aerospace. By applying specialized engineering expertise, EYEQ Lab aims to advance power system performance, efficiency, and reliability across customer projects.

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.

VSI

Series B in 2023
VSI is a semiconductor manufacturer specializing in automotive networking technologies. It develops essential semiconductors for next-generation automotive applications, focusing on products crucial to autonomous vehicle functionality.

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.

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.

VSI

Series A in 2021
VSI is a semiconductor manufacturer specializing in automotive networking technologies. It develops essential semiconductors for next-generation automotive applications, focusing on products crucial to autonomous vehicle functionality.

Gaussian Robot

Series B in 2020
Gaussian Robot is a company based in Shanghai, China, that specializes in the development and manufacturing of commercial automatic sweeping robots. Founded in 2013, the company offers a range of products designed for various applications, including commercial cleaning robots, unmanned sanitation vehicles, security robot solutions, and building distribution robots. Additionally, Gaussian Robot provides autonomous positioning navigation modules to enhance the functionality of its robotic solutions. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to improve efficiency and effectiveness in commercial cleaning and service automation.

TIE

Series A in 2018
TIE, founded in 2016 and based in Seongnam, Gyeong-Gi, is a manufacturing company dedicated to revolutionizing the mobility of goods and people through innovative drone technology. The company specializes in developing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and personal aerial vehicles (PAVs) to address the challenges of traditional ground transportation. TIE is committed to creating a cost-effective, safe, and reliable drone delivery service utilizing its in-house developed fully autonomous technology. With a team of experts in aviation, robotics, artificial intelligence, computer vision, machine learning, and logistics, TIE aims to transform daily transportation and enhance mobility solutions. The company's focus on hardware development and engineering projects positions it as a pioneer in next-generation mobility, offering smarter and more stable drone platforms for various applications.

Phantom AI

Seed Round in 2017
Phantom AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Burlingame, California, focused on developing advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) for autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2016, the company offers a range of innovative solutions, including PhantomVision, a deep learning-based computer vision system that supports the detection of vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and traffic signals. Additionally, Phantom AI provides PhantomFusion, a sensor fusion platform that integrates data from various sensors like cameras, radar, LiDAR, and ultrasonic devices to create a comprehensive environmental model. The company also features PhantomDrive, a vehicle control solution that ensures safe and natural vehicle movement by accurately predicting the motion of detected objects. By delivering high-performance AI solutions at a competitive price, Phantom AI aims to democratize access to ADAS technology, ultimately enhancing safety and driving enjoyment while laying the groundwork for future self-driving capabilities.

Rainbow Robotics

Series A in 2017
Rainbow Robotics is a specialized company focused on advanced robotic system engineering and mechatronics technology. It develops and manufactures a range of industrial robots, leveraging unique technologies acquired through ongoing research and development. The firm is committed to commercializing innovative robots, including a pioneering disaster relief robot and collaborative robots developed in-house, aimed at enhancing various industrial applications.

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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