Access Ventures

Access Ventures, established in 2017 and headquartered in Hong Kong, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in technology, financial services, and business services companies across Vietnam, Indonesia, and South Korea. The firm provides strategic guidance and access to its extensive network of executives and technology professionals to support its portfolio companies. Access Ventures also focuses on developing and executing effective exit strategies, leveraging its robust network of strategic investors.

John Chang

General Partner

Charles Rim

General Partner

33 past transactions

Yulift

Series A in 2024
Yulift is a software company that designs and develops software solutions.

Yulift

Seed Round in 2023
Yulift is a software company that designs and develops software solutions.

PeopleFund

Series C in 2023
Founded in 2015, PeopleFund is a premier data-driven digital lender in South Korea, specializing in consumer finance. The company aims to provide financial freedom through affordable loans and attractive investment opportunities. Utilizing a proprietary credit model and advanced technology, PeopleFund enhances loan rates for borrowers while maintaining a low loss rate, benefiting both retail and institutional investors. It is recognized as the first digital lender in Korea to exceed $1 billion in loan originations and has innovatively engaged nearly 400,000 retail investors. PeopleFund stands out as the first fintech platform to offer loan and investment products directly through KakaoTalk, a popular messaging app in Korea. Additionally, the company operates a lending platform that collaborates with banks and financial institutions to streamline the loan process, making personal loans accessible at competitive interest rates through various third-party applications.

Plugo

Series A in 2022
Plugo is an all-in-one e-commerce platform designed to assist individuals in starting and managing online businesses. The platform provides a range of customizable tools, including personalized website templates, order management systems, payment gateway integrations, and logistics support. Additionally, it offers various marketing tools and omnichannel capabilities to enhance the user experience. Plugo is entirely cloud-based, allowing users to access and manage their business operations from any location at any time, facilitating flexibility and convenience for entrepreneurs.

Seoul Robotics

Series B in 2022
Seoul Robotics specializes in developing advanced Lidar perception software and 3D computer vision devices aimed at enhancing the capabilities of autonomous vehicles, robots, and smart city applications. The company’s technology enables these systems to detect, classify, track, and predict the behavior of various targets and objects within their environment. By integrating sophisticated sensors and platforms, Seoul Robotics facilitates a deeper understanding of surroundings for self-driving cars and autonomous robots, ultimately contributing to safer and more efficient navigation and operation in complex settings.

VAPAR

Seed Round in 2022
VAPAR develops engineering software focused on pipe asset management, aiming to enhance the efficiency of water pipe repair and maintenance. By integrating artificial intelligence and geographic information systems, VAPAR's cloud-based platform automates the detection of pipe faults and the mapping of infrastructure from closed-circuit television footage. This automation eliminates repetitive manual tasks, streamlining condition assessments and improving inspection processes. As a result, VAPAR enables councils, utilities, and contractors to save time and optimize maintenance expenditures, ultimately facilitating more effective management of water infrastructure.

Pion

Series A in 2021
Pion Corporation is a marketing technology company specializing in video intelligence. It offers "Vispot," an AI-driven platform for video creation and ad automation. This application is designed to assist video creatives by providing automated services for video production and optimization. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Pion enables businesses to enhance their marketing capabilities and streamline the video advertising process.

Palexy

Series A in 2020
Palexy is a Singapore-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in AI and computer vision technology solutions for retailers globally. The company focuses on transforming surveillance camera footage and point-of-sale data into valuable customer analytics and actionable insights. By analyzing existing retail store data such as CCTV streams, staff schedules, and store layouts, Palexy provides retail managers with enhanced visibility into store operations, helping them identify areas to reduce sales losses and improve customer experience. Their enterprise-grade solutions have been implemented by over 100 retailers across six countries and have earned recognition as one of the top 10 Indoor Mapping Analytics Vendors by CBInsights in 2021.

Helicap

Series A in 2020
Helicap is a fintech investment platform based in Southeast Asia and Oceania, specializing in alternative lending. The company aims to bridge the funding gap faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and individuals who are often underserved by traditional banks. By leveraging data-driven technology, Helicap transforms the way both consumers and corporations access credit, offering curated investment opportunities that prioritize attractive returns while effectively managing risk. Its platform connects investors with scalable and responsible debt financing solutions, enabling them to achieve high yields with lower risk. Through its innovative approach, Helicap addresses critical gaps in consumer and corporate credit markets, enhancing access to capital for those in need.

Viec.Co

Seed Round in 2020
Viec.Co specializes in staffing services, focusing on recruitment within the blue-collar sector. The company operates an online job board that facilitates connections between employers and job seekers. Viec.Co offers a comprehensive staffing platform that includes pre-screening, pre-training, payroll handling, and performance rating. These services are designed to streamline the hiring process, ensuring that both companies and candidates find suitable matches efficiently. Communication with Viec.Co is available via mail and through its physical location.

VeXeRe.Com

Venture Round in 2019
VeXeRe.com is the largest online bus ticket platform in Vietnam, established in 2013 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City. The platform facilitates convenient booking for passengers by partnering with over 1,000 bus companies, covering routes within Vietnam and extending to neighboring countries. VeXeRe.com provides a comprehensive service that includes access to ticket prices, schedules, and reviews of bus operators, allowing customers to make informed decisions. In addition to offering a user-friendly online booking experience, the company supports various payment methods, including online payments, bank transfers, and payments at convenience stores, enhancing accessibility for travelers throughout the region.

ZEN Rooms

Series B in 2019
ZEN Rooms and ZEN Hospitality Solutions are a leading provider of technology solutions to Southeast Asian hoteliers. Founded in 2015, ZEN was a pioneer in revenue management solutions in Southeast Asia to help budget hoteliers offer better experiences to their guests and run more optimally. ZEN Rooms and ZEN Hospitality Solutions are now part of the Yanolja Group, Korea's leading travel company. ZEN operates throughout Southeast Asia.

Akseleran

Series A in 2019
Akseleran operates a peer-to-peer lending platform that links small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) seeking loans with lenders looking to invest their funds. The platform provides businesses with access to capital at competitive interest rates, offering flexible loan tenors and various payment models. Akseleran streamlines the lending process by managing administrative tasks, facilitating easier access to necessary funding for entrepreneurs. Additionally, the platform creates alternative lending opportunities for individuals in Indonesia, allowing them to earn attractive returns that align with the associated risks.

Common Computer

Series A in 2019
Common Computer is a South Korea-based company specializing in blockchain-based open resource platforms aimed at empowering individual developers to create artificial intelligence services. The company's primary offerings include the AI Network, which provides an architecture for developing AI applications in a peer-to-peer cloud environment, and aFan, a decentralized application. By establishing a global backend infrastructure, Common Computer facilitates the transformation of numerous open-source projects into functional services. This innovative approach allows developers to upload their programs freely while resource providers focus on operating these programs and sharing revenues. The AI Network blockchain serves as a connection between applications and resources, ensuring stability and monetization of open-source solutions. Additionally, the company offers Ainize, a serverless cloud platform that supports the AI Network, catering to those interested in open-source and microservices development.

PeopleFund

Series B in 2019
Founded in 2015, PeopleFund is a premier data-driven digital lender in South Korea, specializing in consumer finance. The company aims to provide financial freedom through affordable loans and attractive investment opportunities. Utilizing a proprietary credit model and advanced technology, PeopleFund enhances loan rates for borrowers while maintaining a low loss rate, benefiting both retail and institutional investors. It is recognized as the first digital lender in Korea to exceed $1 billion in loan originations and has innovatively engaged nearly 400,000 retail investors. PeopleFund stands out as the first fintech platform to offer loan and investment products directly through KakaoTalk, a popular messaging app in Korea. Additionally, the company operates a lending platform that collaborates with banks and financial institutions to streamline the loan process, making personal loans accessible at competitive interest rates through various third-party applications.

Perx Technologies

Series B in 2019
Perx Technologies, established in 2011 and rebranded in 2016, specializes in a loyalty and customer engagement platform. Based in Singapore, the company's core offering, Perx Enterprise Platform, leverages AI and behavioral science to create personalized, data-driven marketing campaigns. It enables businesses to predict trends, enhance customer interactions, and drive growth through gamification, social media integration, and geolocalization features.

Andalin

Series A in 2019
Andalin is an international trade platform that specializes in logistics and facilitates global export and import activities. Offering a comprehensive solution, the platform simplifies cross-border shipping for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With a Customs Brokerage and International Freight Forwarding license, Andalin provides essential services such as freight arrangements and customs clearance, ensuring transparency and high-quality customer service for its clients. The platform has successfully served hundreds of businesses in Indonesia, including both national and multinational companies, enhancing their ability to navigate the complexities of international trade.

Abivin

Seed Round in 2019
Abivin specializes in AI-powered supply chain optimization solutions aimed at enhancing operational efficiency for enterprises. The company offers a comprehensive logistics system that digitizes and automates daily operations, focusing on inventory and route optimization. Utilizing machine learning and big data analytics, Abivin's tools help manage multi-location inventory by tracking key metrics such as stock-keeping days and product expiration dates. This enables manufacturers, distributors, retailers, transporters, logistics service providers, and container freight operators to reduce logistics costs, improve delivery capacity, and streamline end-to-end supply chain processes.

KooBits

Venture Round in 2018
KooBits is a software firm established in 2009 that specializes in interactive digital publishing and personalized e-learning tools. The company is known for the KooBits 4.0 ebook reader and organizer, which allows users to import and manage their ebook collections, including titles from its own Bookstore. The software mimics traditional books with features like bookmarking, highlighting, and scrapbooking, enhancing the reading experience for static ebooks. Additionally, KooBits collaborates with prominent book distributors to develop a variety of enhanced interactive ebooks. Beyond its publishing efforts, KooBits also creates engaging, media-rich educational tools aimed at improving mathematics education for young children, particularly in Asian markets. These tools are designed to be intuitive and gamified, helping parents and educators to provide an accelerated math curriculum that captures the interest of young learners.

Common Computer

Seed Round in 2018
Common Computer is a South Korea-based company specializing in blockchain-based open resource platforms aimed at empowering individual developers to create artificial intelligence services. The company's primary offerings include the AI Network, which provides an architecture for developing AI applications in a peer-to-peer cloud environment, and aFan, a decentralized application. By establishing a global backend infrastructure, Common Computer facilitates the transformation of numerous open-source projects into functional services. This innovative approach allows developers to upload their programs freely while resource providers focus on operating these programs and sharing revenues. The AI Network blockchain serves as a connection between applications and resources, ensuring stability and monetization of open-source solutions. Additionally, the company offers Ainize, a serverless cloud platform that supports the AI Network, catering to those interested in open-source and microservices development.

ZUZU Hospitality

Series A in 2018
ZUZU Hospitality Solutions is a Singapore-based company that provides online revenue management and marketing services tailored for small hotels. The firm offers a comprehensive platform that includes revenue management tools, channel management, property management functionalities, and analytics, which collectively enhance operational efficiency. By acting as a hotel operating system, ZUZU Hospitality enables hoteliers to concentrate on their core business while optimizing their back-office operations for revenue generation. Through its innovative software and services, ZUZU Hospitality aims to drive revenue growth and serve as a vital partner for independent hotel operators.

EcoTruck

Seed Round in 2018
EcoTruck is a technology startup focused on improving logistics through an innovative management platform that connects merchants and vendors. By utilizing a centralized freight logistics system, EcoTruck leverages data intelligence and a sharing economy model to enhance operational efficiency. This approach aims to reduce costs and streamline cargo transportation processes, providing customers with comprehensive management solutions for their logistics needs.

Spoon Labs

Series B in 2018
Spoon is a personal audio broadcasting platform based in Seoul, South Korea, that enables users to share stories, ideas, and music through voice. The platform allows individuals to create personal broadcasts, conduct voice blogs, and share user-generated content, fostering a community where users can connect and engage with one another about real-life issues. By focusing on voice as the primary medium, Spoon offers a comfortable and accessible way for users to communicate and express themselves creatively.

Homedy.com

Venture Round in 2018
Homedy Limited is an online real estate portal based in Hanoi, Vietnam, established in 2015. The platform serves as a comprehensive resource for buying, selling, renting, and leasing residential properties, providing users with updated and accurate information about the real estate market both locally and internationally. Homedy.com aims to enhance the user experience by offering easy searches, diverse selections, and reliable results. The company is committed to acting as an effective bridge between real estate businesses and customers, ensuring access to detailed information about property types, market trends, and pricing. With a focus on digital marketing solutions tailored for the real estate sector, Homedy strives to be the leading online real estate portal in Vietnam and beyond.

Awair

Venture Round in 2018
Awair is a company dedicated to improving indoor air quality (IAQ) for individuals in various environments, including homes, schools, and workplaces. Headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Seoul, Awair develops advanced indoor air monitoring devices that measure key factors such as temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide, volatile organic compounds, and dust. These devices provide users with actionable insights and easy-to-understand software, empowering them to enhance their indoor air quality for better health and safety. By focusing on user-friendly technology and comprehensive monitoring, Awair aims to ensure that people can breathe safely indoors.

VeXeRe.Com

Venture Round in 2018
VeXeRe.com is the largest online bus ticket platform in Vietnam, established in 2013 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City. The platform facilitates convenient booking for passengers by partnering with over 1,000 bus companies, covering routes within Vietnam and extending to neighboring countries. VeXeRe.com provides a comprehensive service that includes access to ticket prices, schedules, and reviews of bus operators, allowing customers to make informed decisions. In addition to offering a user-friendly online booking experience, the company supports various payment methods, including online payments, bank transfers, and payments at convenience stores, enhancing accessibility for travelers throughout the region.

Spoon Labs

Series A in 2017
Spoon is a personal audio broadcasting platform based in Seoul, South Korea, that enables users to share stories, ideas, and music through voice. The platform allows individuals to create personal broadcasts, conduct voice blogs, and share user-generated content, fostering a community where users can connect and engage with one another about real-life issues. By focusing on voice as the primary medium, Spoon offers a comfortable and accessible way for users to communicate and express themselves creatively.

A-Stin

Seed Round in 2017
A-STIN is a technology development company focused on advancing cosmetic material technology to enhance beautification products. The company specializes in nanodrop technology, which allows for the creation of organic and inorganic sunscreen materials. This innovative approach enables the effective mixing of oil and insoluble substances with water without the need for surfactants, ensuring customers receive protection from UV radiation while using healthier cosmetic options. A-STIN is dedicated to promoting a beautiful and healthy lifestyle through its unique technological developments in the cosmetics industry.

OP.GG

Venture Round in 2017
OP.GG is an e-gaming data analytics company that specializes in creating detailed profiles for gamers by analyzing their gameplay data. This platform enables users to enhance their gaming skills by providing insights into their own performance as well as that of their opponents and friends. OP.GG currently offers services for popular games such as League of Legends, Overwatch, and PUBG, attracting over 28 million monthly users globally. Through its analytics, OP.GG aims to foster a better gaming ecosystem by equipping players with the necessary tools and information to improve their overall gaming experience.

Kata.ai

Series A in 2017
Kata.ai is an Indonesian company specializing in conversational artificial intelligence, aiming to enhance interactions between humans and machines through advanced natural language processing technology. Founded in 2015, the company has developed a platform that enables businesses to create intelligent chatbots for use in various messaging applications, facilitating automated conversations and improving customer engagement. Its technology has been implemented by major corporations in Indonesia, including Unilever and Telkomsel, across diverse sectors. Kata.ai's proprietary Kata Bot Platform allows organizations of all sizes to easily design and deploy customized chatbots, helping to streamline communication and enhance brand-audience interaction. The company has established partnerships with notable firms such as Microsoft and Accenture, and it secured Series-A funding in 2017 to support its growth and innovation in the AI space.

OhmniLabs

Seed Round in 2017
OhmniLabs, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing of personal robots designed to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals and alleviate feelings of loneliness. Founded in 2015 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company produces affordable and user-friendly robots that enable families to provide virtual companionship and care to their elderly loved ones. These robots facilitate on-demand access to healthcare professionals, including nurses and doctors, directly within the home. OhmniLabs' technology emphasizes video telepresence, allowing for natural and engaging interactions, surpassing traditional video chat experiences. The company's elder-centric robots cater to both retirement communities and individual residences, aiming to improve the overall well-being of seniors while offering peace of mind to their families.

Reality Reflection

Venture Round in 2017
Reality Reflection Inc. specializes in developing virtual reality games and services, offering a diverse portfolio that includes titles such as "Music Inside," a rhythm game; "Speedball Arena," a sports game; "Gangsta Underground," a poker game; "VMoji," for augmented reality chatting; and "Dancing Zena," which focuses on 3D character research and development. Founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea, the company has established itself as a leader in virtual reality and 3D scanning technologies. Reality Reflection has also created a 3D video production system that generates lifelike human avatars through facial and full-body scans, enhancing the realism of its games. With a commitment to delivering immersive experiences, Reality Reflection aims to blur the boundaries between the real and virtual worlds, making significant strides in the realm of interactive content.

Moca

Seed Round in 2017
Moca is a mobile application designed to facilitate secure and convenient monetary transactions for users. It enables online and direct payments through various methods, including ATMs and major credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard, and JCB. The platform supports functionalities like QR code payments, taxi payments, periodic billing, phone recharges, and online shopping, allowing customers to perform cashless transactions effortlessly. Moca aims to simplify the payment process, making it accessible for everyday use.
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