KOREA INVESTMENT & SECURITIES

RideFlux Inc. is a South Korean company specializing in the development of self-driving technology for automobiles. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Jeju Island, RideFlux focuses on creating safe and reliable autonomous transportation services. The location serves as an ideal testing ground for their technology, offering diverse road environments and varying weather conditions, which are essential for developing effective autonomous driving software. The company aims to transform driving into a more innovative and stress-free experience, addressing the growing demand for mobility services, particularly in high-traffic tourist areas. RideFlux's offerings include autonomous driving services, remote control solutions, and high-precision mapping, all designed to enhance both safety and efficiency in transportation.

Security Platform Inc. offers hardware-based security solutions specifically designed for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, targeting original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), makers, and developers. The company's platform focuses on ensuring device identity and confidentiality, providing a robust gateway security system that connects and protects IoT devices within networks. Its range of services includes device authentication, anti-cloning measures, firmware protection, secure boot processes, message security, secure coding, and secure updates through signed codes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, South Korea, Security Platform aims to establish trusted connectivity in the IoT landscape by simplifying security measures, thus reinforcing the essential role of security in the development and deployment of interconnected devices.

AIMMO is a company that specializes in developing a cloud-based data annotation platform aimed at connecting users with data through artificial intelligence solutions. Founded in 2016 by SeungTaek Oh and headquartered in Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea, AIMMO offers a self-serve annotation platform featuring custom workflow designs, annotation tools, and an intuitive user interface. The company also provides workforce services, offering skilled annotators to support businesses in managing their data needs effectively. AIMMO’s technology enables real-time communication and includes analytics for labelers, facilitating end-to-end solutions for various data annotation requirements.

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.

Toss is a South Korea-based mobile financial service platform developed by the fintech startup Viva Republica, established in 2011 by Seunggun Lee in Seoul. The platform offers a range of services aimed at simplifying financial management for users, including peer-to-peer money transfers, credit score management, and bank account oversight. Additionally, Toss provides access to loan and insurance plans, facilitates bill splitting, and supports QR payments. These features collectively enable users to handle their financial needs efficiently and conveniently.

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. Established in 2016, Trenbe has positioned itself in the footwear market while also offering a diverse range of fashion items. The company focuses on providing a convenient shopping experience for consumers through its online platform.

SOS Lab is a company specializing in the development and manufacturing of LiDAR technology, which utilizes lasers to measure distances and shapes in the surrounding environment. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions for self-driving vehicles, featuring its hybrid LiDAR system, the SL-1, which merges motor scanning systems with solid-state MEMS mirrors. This system aims to reduce costs and enhance accessibility in the autonomous vehicle market. In addition to the SL-1, SOS Lab offers the GL-3 for factory automation and robotics, and the TL-3 for security applications. The company is also advancing its technology by integrating hardware sensors with AI-based object recognition, leveraging 3D point cloud data for improved tracking and recognition. To further its mission, SOS Lab collaborates with partners in the automotive electronics sector and global semiconductor companies, with R&D centers in Seoul and Gwangju and business operations in Silicon Valley to expand its presence in the global self-driving and advanced driver-assistance systems markets.

Bbodek is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in tableware rental and washing services primarily for restaurants and school cafeterias. The company offers a range of products, including children's tableware, and emphasizes hygiene management. Bbodek leverages its self-developed smart factory technology to ensure low-defect services, allowing clients to concentrate on cooking without the burden of cleanup. Additionally, Bbodek is expanding its operations to include the manufacture and sale of customized washing machines, further enhancing its service offerings in the food service industry.

Brandi is a vertical commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in both business-to-consumer and business-to-business platforms for fashion and beauty shopping. Founded in 2014, Brandi offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, cosmetics, and home interior items. The company's retail platform connects manufacturers, wholesalers, and consumers, creating a comprehensive fashion ecosystem that enables customers to access trending products at affordable prices. Through its innovative approach, Brandi aims to empower young shoppers and enhance their shopping experience in the fashion industry.

D&D Pharmatech Co., Ltd., established in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, is a clinical-stage global biotech company specializing in developing innovative medicines. It focuses on various therapeutic areas, including neurodegenerative diseases, molecular imaging and radiotherapy, fibrotic diseases, and metabolic diseases. The company operates through disease-specific subsidiary companies guided by top-tier medical research faculty, aiming to accelerate the translation of cutting-edge research into lifesaving therapeutic products for patients. D&D Pharmatech's product pipeline is supported by its team of experts in bio-new drug research and development, manufacturing quality control, clinical development, and technology transfer. Additionally, it develops positron emission tomography (PET) imaging biomarkers through Precision Molecular Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary, and conducts single-cell sequencing related to degenerative brain diseases via Valted Seq, Inc. The company employs technologies such as PEGylation to extend drug administration periods.

Dabeeo Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Seoul, South Korea, is an AI technology company that specializes in geospatial data. The company has developed a mapping technology platform that utilizes artificial intelligence and deep learning to manage and enhance spatial data. By digitizing the Earth's spatial information, Dabeeo creates a digital twin of the planet, providing businesses with essential digital spatial analysis data and insights. This innovative approach allows users to access live maps and locations, perform open-source map editing, and obtain high-quality map data, thereby improving productivity and convenience across various industries.

Dabeeo Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Seoul, South Korea, is an AI technology company that specializes in geospatial data. The company has developed a mapping technology platform that utilizes artificial intelligence and deep learning to manage and enhance spatial data. By digitizing the Earth's spatial information, Dabeeo creates a digital twin of the planet, providing businesses with essential digital spatial analysis data and insights. This innovative approach allows users to access live maps and locations, perform open-source map editing, and obtain high-quality map data, thereby improving productivity and convenience across various industries.

Gencurix Inc. is a South Korean company specializing in the development of molecular diagnostic products that support precision medicine. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seoul, Gencurix offers a range of diagnostic kits aimed at improving cancer prognosis and treatment. Among its key products are the GenesWell BCT, a diagnostic kit for breast cancer, and several tests for lung cancer, including the GenesWell ddEGFR Mutation Test and the GenesWell CDx EGFR Mutation Test. These products are designed to aid in the detection of specific mutations, thereby enhancing the accuracy of cancer diagnoses and treatment options.

Classting, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, that focuses on enhancing communication and collaboration within the classroom. It offers a productivity application that serves as a social media platform, connecting educators, students, and parents both in and out of the classroom. The company addresses the longstanding challenge of catering to students with varying learning levels by providing an effective Learning Management System (LMS) and an AI-driven learning platform. This platform personalizes the educational experience and facilitates seamless communication among teachers, students, and parents. Additionally, Classting partners with over 20 content providers to offer a diverse array of educational resources, aiming to improve learning outcomes for students globally.

LISCure Biosciences Co., Ltd., founded in 2018 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in the research and development of bacteria-mediated immunotherapy. The company focuses on creating therapies for a range of health conditions, including tumors, degenerative neurological diseases, autoimmune disorders, and metabolic diseases. LISCure currently has seven medicinal pipelines and two pipelines dedicated to health-functioning food, with plans to introduce additional products in the future. Through its innovative approach, LISCure aims to provide effective treatment options for various serious health issues.

Skelter Labs Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in the development of artificial intelligence applications aimed at enhancing user experiences across various sectors. The company focuses on machine and deep learning technologies to create personalized solutions for e-commerce, content, communities, and messaging platforms. Skelter Labs offers a range of products, including BELLA QNA, an enterprise chatbot for data and large language model queries, BELLA LLM, a dedicated large language model for enterprise applications, and AIQ+ Chat, a task-oriented chatbot builder. Additionally, the company provides AIQ+ Speech for speech-to-text and text-to-speech solutions, as well as AIQ+ Answer, a machine reading comprehension search assistant. By combining advanced technology with industry expertise, Skelter Labs aims to drive digital transformation and support businesses in leveraging the full potential of AI.

Bluepoint Partners Inc. is a startup accelerator and early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014 and based in Daejeon, South Korea. The company focuses on supporting high-tech entrepreneurs by facilitating the launch of innovative startups that address global challenges. With a commitment to fostering relationships within the technology community, Bluepoint Partners operates offices in Daejeon and Seoul, providing access to a network of venture capitalists, industry experts, and strategic partners. The firm hosts workshops and private events to connect entrepreneurs with essential resources, talent, and opportunities for growth and funding. Bluepoint Partners aims to build deep, collaborative relationships with entrepreneurs, emphasizing their unique strengths to help them realize their visions and navigate their business journeys.

Skelter Labs Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in the development of artificial intelligence applications aimed at enhancing user experiences across various sectors. The company focuses on machine and deep learning technologies to create personalized solutions for e-commerce, content, communities, and messaging platforms. Skelter Labs offers a range of products, including BELLA QNA, an enterprise chatbot for data and large language model queries, BELLA LLM, a dedicated large language model for enterprise applications, and AIQ+ Chat, a task-oriented chatbot builder. Additionally, the company provides AIQ+ Speech for speech-to-text and text-to-speech solutions, as well as AIQ+ Answer, a machine reading comprehension search assistant. By combining advanced technology with industry expertise, Skelter Labs aims to drive digital transformation and support businesses in leveraging the full potential of AI.

Raonsecure Co., Ltd. is an ICT security software company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 1998. It specializes in providing a range of security solutions for PCs and mobile devices, catering to financial institutions, government entities, and enterprises. The company's primary product is TouchEn OnePass, a biometric authentication solution designed for various applications, including payments, mobile banking, shopping, gaming networks, and fintech services. Additionally, Raonsecure offers ICT security consulting services and holds several patents in the IoT and integrated security sectors. The company is focused on advancing authentication technologies, integrating human and device security, and leveraging FIDO standards based on public key infrastructure (PKI) technology.

Neofect is a South Korea-based company founded in 2010 by Hoyoung Ban, Scott Kim, and Young Choi, specializing in the development of rehabilitation training products and services for patients with neurological and musculoskeletal injuries. Its flagship product, the RAPAEL Smart Glove, launched in 2014, received FDA clearance and has been adopted by various hospitals and rehabilitation centers, including NewYork-Presbyterian and the Department of Veterans Affairs. In addition to the Smart Glove, Neofect offers several other innovative devices, such as the RAPAEL Smart Board, RAPAEL Smart Pegboard, RAPAEL Smart Kids, and RAPAEL Cognition, which utilize virtual reality and smart technology to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. Neofect has also participated in research studies demonstrating the effectiveness of its VR-based rehabilitation solutions compared to traditional therapy. The company operates in South Korea, the U.S., and Germany, distributing its products across these regions and throughout Europe.

Life Semantics (라이프시맨틱스) is a Korean specialty engineering company focused on developing software platforms and systems for the medical industry. It develops Hospital Information Systems (HIS) and semantic web technology for application in the area of life sciences. The company looks to resolve common problems faced by healthcare facilities and researchers by providing automation software. HIS is a fully integrated information system providing healthcare organizations with a full suite of tools for improved hospital management, clinical tasks, and patient administration.

Neofect is a South Korea-based company founded in 2010 by Hoyoung Ban, Scott Kim, and Young Choi, specializing in the development of rehabilitation training products and services for patients with neurological and musculoskeletal injuries. Its flagship product, the RAPAEL Smart Glove, launched in 2014, received FDA clearance and has been adopted by various hospitals and rehabilitation centers, including NewYork-Presbyterian and the Department of Veterans Affairs. In addition to the Smart Glove, Neofect offers several other innovative devices, such as the RAPAEL Smart Board, RAPAEL Smart Pegboard, RAPAEL Smart Kids, and RAPAEL Cognition, which utilize virtual reality and smart technology to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. Neofect has also participated in research studies demonstrating the effectiveness of its VR-based rehabilitation solutions compared to traditional therapy. The company operates in South Korea, the U.S., and Germany, distributing its products across these regions and throughout Europe.