DS Asset Management

DS Asset Management is an asset management investment firm based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2008. The firm specializes in investing in listed companies and venture firms, with a commitment to managing long-term yields. It plays a crucial role in the social safety net, particularly in relation to public and private pensions, by striving to meet the evolving needs of its clients. Through its focused investment approach, DS Asset Management aims to contribute to sustainable financial growth while ensuring the security of assets for its stakeholders.

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SDT

Venture Round in 2024
SDT is an IoT platform company that specializes in product design, hardware engineering, and cloud service.

Aimedbio

Series B in 2024
Aimedbio is a healthcare company focused on developing therapeutic solutions for patients suffering from serious brain diseases. The company specializes in creating therapeutic systems and medicines aimed at treating neuro-oncological and degenerative conditions. By addressing the needs of patients with refractory brain diseases, including cancer, Aimedbio strives to enhance their quality of life through innovative treatment options.

RFPT

Convertible Note in 2023
RFPT specializes in the development of RF modules for semiconductor equipment. Their product line includes RF generators, matching units, filters, and related accessories, all designed to enhance the performance and efficiency of plasma-based applications. It delivers solutions that meet the rigorous demands of the semiconductor industry by integrating advanced RF power semiconductor technologies.

Graphene Square

Venture Round in 2023
Graphene Square is a leader in the commercialization of graphene materials and films, primarily focusing on their application as transparent conductors in electronics. Founded as a spin-off from the research of Professor Byung Hee Hong at Seoul National University, the company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Graphene Square specializes in the large-scale production of chemical vapor deposition (CVD) graphene, catering to commercial and industrial markets. Its commitment lies in providing high-quality graphene and equipment globally, supporting the ongoing development of carbon and 2D materials. Through its innovative approaches, Graphene Square aims to advance science and technology for a sustainable future.

Aimmo

Venture Round in 2023
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.

Hisense Bio

Venture Round in 2023
Hisense Bio offers treatment for intractable dental diseases. They provide research on original technology for tooth development and dentin regeneration. They developed physiological dentin regeneration technology and periodontal ligament regeneration technology based on basic dental research . They offer treatment of intractable dental diseases such as tooth decay, dental hypersensitivity, tooth decay, dental caries, and periodontal disease.

Hyrobotics

Series B in 2023
HYRobotics is a robotics manufacturing company established in 1988, specializing in developing advanced robotic solutions, particularly for the plastic industry. It offers a range of robotic products and automation services designed to enhance efficiency and speed for its clients. With a commitment to innovation, HYRobotics focuses on creating reliable mechanisms, flexible controllers, and unique designs to meet the diverse needs of the robotics and automation sector. The company's dedication to research and development has positioned it as a global leader in the field, promoting enhanced productivity and value across various industries worldwide.

IDID

Series A in 2022
IDID provides an entertainment platform designed to host short-form entertainment content. The company provides a short-form social entertainment platform that can generate content by superimposing different images on different sound sources.

Gopizza

Series C in 2022
Gopizza Inc. is a pizza restaurant chain based in Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing affordable personal-sized pizzas made from quality ingredients, ensuring that customers can enjoy delicious meals at reasonable prices. Gopizza operates through mobile delivery vans and outlets located in public spaces and market complexes, making its offerings accessible to a wide audience. The company has developed a unique par-bake dough and oven system that allows small kitchens to produce large quantities of pizza efficiently with minimal staff. Customers can customize their pizzas with various toppings, further enhancing their dining experience. In addition to its restaurant operations, Gopizza also offers franchising services, allowing for expansion and growth within the food industry.

Tridge

Series D in 2022
Tridge Co., Ltd, established in 2014 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, operates a global trade ecosystem for the food and agriculture industry. Its core business is an online platform that connects buyers and sellers worldwide, facilitating sustainable cross-border trades. Tridge's platform offers professional networking, data intelligence, and a comprehensive range of services from research to ordering, enabling users to source products at competitive prices across over 150 countries.

STCLab

Series A in 2022
STCLab is a software company that specializes in providing IT solutions across various sectors, including e-commerce, finance, public services, manufacturing, and education. The company offers bulk traffic control services designed to safeguard servers from excessive traffic, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. STCLab's software integrates network management with transaction handling, allowing users to minimize operational costs and optimize cloud resources. This enables real-time control over transactions, thereby enhancing service performance and response times for its clients.

WHYNOT Media

Series C in 2022
WHYNOT Media Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company established in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating a video content streaming platform. The company focuses on producing and offering a diverse range of entertainment content, including web series, short films, and web dramas. Notable titles produced by WHYNOT Media include "Secret Crushes," "Always a Boyfriend," "Never a Boyfriend," and "Office Watch." The company excels in creating content that resonates with various cultural backgrounds, often through branded content and transmedia storytelling. By emphasizing short-form drama and versatile content franchises, WHYNOT Media aims to provide easily accessible entertainment for its audience.

Monolith

Seed Round in 2022
Monolith Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Jeju, South Korea, specializes in the development of mobile games. Additionally, the company focuses on creating smart parks that integrate technology with play spaces for children, offering innovative recreational solutions. Through its dual approach, Monolith aims to enhance children's play experiences while leveraging technological advancements in its gaming and park designs.

FASSKER

Series B in 2022
FASSKER, aka. FNS HOLDINGS, is a 3D/AR/VR/MR based digital fashion platform with mobile fashion magazine, social network service, avatar metaverse. We connect brands & digital natives in fashion to experience virtual & real digital fashion in the world of meta-commerce.

Doosan Mobility Innovation

Venture Round in 2022
Doosan Mobility Innovation specializes in the mobile applications of fuel cell technology, particularly in the manufacturing of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The company designs drones intended for logistics, cargo, and military uses, leveraging fuel cell power systems to achieve longer flight durations compared to traditional battery-powered drones. This focus on fuel cell technology allows Doosan Mobility Innovation to enhance the efficiency and operational capabilities of its UAVs, positioning them as a competitive option in the growing drone market.

ArtNGuide

Series B in 2022
ArtNGuide conducts online auctions and art fairs.

Y-Biologics

Venture Round in 2022
Y-Biologics Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Daejeon, South Korea, specializing in the discovery and development of novel antibody therapeutics, particularly in the field of immuno-oncology. Established in 2007, the company has developed a unique bispecific antibody platform technology known as AliCE, which retains the structure of the parental antibody to ensure high binding affinity to cancer antigens. Additionally, Y-Biologics has created the Y-max ABL library, which comprises a diverse range of antibodies. The company also offers contract research services, further contributing to its position in the antibody drug market. Through its innovative technologies and research efforts, Y-Biologics aims to advance its portfolio of antibody drugs and strengthen its role in the global immuno-chemotherapeutic landscape.

Gomi

Series B in 2022
Gomi Corporation operates in the overseas market, specializing in digital marketing services aimed at enhancing e-commerce performance. The company focuses on capturing reliable data and insights, utilizing advanced analytical tools to provide accurate marketing strategies. By promoting brands through localized marketing methods, Gomi helps e-commerce businesses increase their sales and expand their reach to a broader audience.

SPARTA

Series A in 2022
SPARTA is a coding education platform.

Boosters

Series A in 2022
Boosters is a brand aggregator that uncovers and acquires high-potential brands that have been hidden for a long time, or discovers commerce businesses that will be appreciated by the public at an early stage. They achieve scale-up by developing tactics that are specific to each brand's attributes. Scale-up is the maximum of sales for Boosters.

Law&Company

Series C in 2022
Law&Company is representative legal tech company in Republic of Korea. The company provides a service called 'LawTalk(www.lawtalk.co.kr)', which is the largest online legal market place in Korea(5 times bigger then the 2nd player). Since 2016, the company invested on research about Artificial Intelligence especially on Text Mining and Machine Learning technology to analyze lawyers and client's activities in the service which helps to lawyers and clients find the right person based on their experience. Also, the company will launch document automation based service to generate legal documents starting from complaint and contract soon. The company has received more than 3 million dollars from 5 venture capital companies and many angel investors due to previous performance and upside potential in the Korean legal market.

Curocell

Venture Round in 2022
Curocell is a biotechnology company focused on medical and pharmaceutical research and development. The company's primary innovation is its OVIS™ technology, which enhances immune cells to counteract immune suppression in tumor microenvironments. Curocell is also developing CAR-T treatments that genetically modify human immune cells to improve their ability to recognize and eliminate cancer cells. Through these advancements, Curocell aims to provide effective therapeutic options for cancer treatment by harnessing and enhancing the body's natural immune responses.

Aimmo

Series A in 2022
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.

Curi Bio

Series A in 2021
Curi Bio is a biotechnology company dedicated to enhancing drug discovery and development through innovative technologies that leverage human stem cells, systems biology, and data analytics. The company aims to streamline the identification and development of new medicines by providing advanced biosystem platforms that integrate human cells and data. Curi Bio's technology offers a range of products designed for cell and tissue engineering, drug discovery, disease modeling, and fundamental cell biology research. By enabling in vivo maturation and alignment of various cell types, the company allows drug developers to conduct more accurate safety and efficacy tests on new drug candidates, ultimately fostering the advancement of next-generation human medicines.

Monthly kitchen

Series B in 2021
Monthly Kitchen is a digital food service platform company.

OGQ

Series B in 2021
OGQ is a developer of a social creator platform that facilitates connections between creators and their fans, allowing creators to sell their works directly. The platform hosts a diverse array of content, including images, videos, music, stickers, illustrations, and graphics in various formats, such as PSD and AI. With over 14 million creators, including photographers, musicians, and illustrators, OGQ serves a global audience, with significant user bases in the United States, India, and Russia. The platform has achieved substantial popularity, boasting 240 million app downloads and 2.6 billion content downloads, while maintaining a high user rating of 4.6 on Google Play. OGQ supports content in 30 languages, providing users with high-definition materials for various applications, including messaging services and search platforms.

Nota AI

Series B in 2021
Nota AI is a technology startup specializing in artificial intelligence model optimization. The company has developed a proprietary platform, NetsPresso, which is designed to optimize AI models for specific hardware, thereby reducing the time and resources needed for development. This optimization allows various industries, such as intelligent transportation systems and low-powered driver monitoring systems, to implement enhanced AI solutions tailored to their specific needs. Through its innovative approach, Nota AI aims to facilitate the efficient deployment of AI technologies across diverse applications.

Brandi

Series D in 2021
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.

Brandi

Series C in 2021
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.

D&D Pharmatech

Series C in 2021
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.

Gaudio Lab

Series B in 2021
G'Audio Lab, Inc. is a company based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in audio production software solutions for virtual reality (VR). Established in 2016, it offers a range of products including G'Audio Works, G'Audio Craft, and G'Audio SOL, a rendering SDK. The company focuses on providing advanced spatial audio technology, binaural rendering, and VR audio formats. With a team led by Dr. Henney Oh, a recognized authority in audio innovation, G'Audio Lab has made significant contributions to international audio standards, including the binaural rendering aspects of MPEG-H 3D Audio. The company's suite of tools is designed for seamless integration across various platforms, allowing users to enhance their immersive content experiences and overall listening quality. G'Audio Lab's technologies are supported by numerous patents, reflecting its commitment to developing industry-leading audio solutions.

S2W

Series B in 2021
S2W specializes in cybersecurity data analysis with a focus on cyber threat intelligence. The company has developed a data intelligence technology that aims to mitigate the impact of cyber threats and cybercrime. Its AI-based multi-domain analytic engine is designed to combat various forms of cybercrime, including the illegal trading of sensitive information like credit card details and personal identification documents. This technology enhances the capabilities of network security researchers, providing them with advanced tools to prevent cyber threats and improve overall cybersecurity measures.

3i

Series A in 2021
3i Inc. specializes in indoor spatial 3D mapping, rendering, and navigation, utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and extended reality. The company provides innovative solutions aimed at addressing contemporary challenges in collaboration and documentation across various sectors, including facility management, construction, insurance, and real estate. By offering a platform that combines augmented reality, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence, 3i empowers clients to efficiently collect, visualize, and manage data in three-dimensional space. Their technology facilitates onsite documentation, site surveys, and indoor navigation, enhancing operational oversight and collaboration for businesses.

Ecube Labs

Series B in 2021
Ecube Labs specializes in smart waste management and logistics solutions that leverage Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The company offers a range of products, including solar-powered waste compacting bins, fill-level sensors that can be adapted to various containers, and a predictive analytics software platform known as Clean City Networks. These solutions are designed to help municipalities and waste collection organizations optimize their operations by reducing unnecessary pick-ups and enabling dynamic collection routes and schedules. By providing real-time and historical data, Ecube Labs empowers decision-makers with actionable insights, facilitating more efficient and eco-friendly waste management practices.

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.

Catch Fashion

Series B in 2021
Catch Fashion is an e-commerce platform specializing in the sale of a wide range of fashionable clothing and accessories. The online portal offers products such as shoes, bags, jackets, caps, sweatshirts, boots, evening wear, jeans, and shoulder bags. By featuring items from both local and renowned brands, Catch Fashion allows customers to explore and purchase products that align with their individual style preferences. The platform is designed to provide a convenient shopping experience, keeping users updated with the latest fashion trends.

MZFAMILY

Series A in 2021
MZFAMILY distributes and produces webtoons and web novels.

Medi Futures

Series B in 2021
Medi Futures is a technology platform specializing in ultrasonic solutions for biomedical companies. The company develops enzyme-free ultrasound stem cell separators and ultrasonic endoscopic disc surgical instruments. Its products aim to enhance surgical outcomes by reducing incision size and procedure duration, while also minimizing patient discomfort. By providing access to advanced ultrasonic and biological fusion medical technologies, Medi Futures supports both cosmetic and surgical applications, ultimately improving the efficiency and effectiveness of medical procedures.

April Bio

Series C in 2021
April Bio is a drug development company that develops antibodies and long-acting biologics.

Orum Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Orum Therapeutics is a private biotechnology company based in Daejeon, South Korea, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the research and development of therapeutic antibodies through its innovative cell-penetrating antibody platform, Oromab™. This platform is designed to target cytosolic proteins, addressing unmet medical needs in cancer and rare genetic diseases. Orum's unique approach allows for the intracellular delivery of active antibody therapeutics or payloads, enabling the inhibition of drug targets that have been previously considered undruggable by conventional small molecules or antibody therapies. Orum's technology is adaptable to various cell types and intracellular proteins without requiring chemical modifications, aiming to develop effective treatments with improved specificity and reduced toxicity.

GXC

Series A in 2021
GXC is a game platform. Game Round (G.Round) - Global Game Community-driven, Big-data Business Platform Global Top Round(GTR) - a Top-tier Game Startup Accelerator, has invested and supported 62 game studios worldwide via its GTR Accelerator program, the program that inducts 10 new game studios every year. Round Ventures - A VC fund company that promotes successful game investment based on team execution power and user preference/sales forecast data

GI Innovation

Series C in 2021
GI Innovation is a South Korean bio-venture company dedicated to the research and development of innovative biologics aimed at treating immuno-oncology and inflammation/immunology diseases. The company employs its proprietary GI-SMART platform technology, which optimizes the development of multi-targeting fusion protein therapeutics, ensuring high quality and productivity. Through its structured translational research approach, GI Innovation focuses on creating new protein-based drugs, particularly in the fields of immuno-oncology and allergy-related conditions, with the goal of improving patient outcomes worldwide.

DEEPX

Series B in 2021
DEEPX is a South Korean company specializing in artificial intelligence solutions, focusing on both software and hardware systems. It develops advanced neural networks that enhance AI silicon for deep learning operations. By maximizing memory bandwidth, DEEPX's technology allows edge devices to operate efficiently, supporting the latest AI applications while promoting sustainable power usage. This approach enables businesses to implement energy-efficient on-device AI technology, streamlining their operations and improving performance.

BathGenBio

Series A in 2021
BathGenBio provides artificial intelligence-based bio big data services to medical institutions and biotechnology companies.

Cleaning Lab

Series C in 2021
Cleaning Lab is a housekeeping service provider that connects clients with trained cleaning professionals to meet their specific needs. The company offers a range of systematic cleaning services, including office floor cleaning, dust removal from common tables and furnishings, inside toilet cleaning, and move-in cleaning for offices. Services are available on both a fixed and hourly pricing basis, allowing for flexible options according to the client's requirements. Through a mobile-based platform, customers can easily request cleaning services tailored to their space, including the cleaning area size, estimated hours, preferred time slots, and any additional services needed, ensuring a convenient and cost-effective solution for maintaining cleanliness.

Hisense Bio

Series C in 2021
Hisense Bio offers treatment for intractable dental diseases. They provide research on original technology for tooth development and dentin regeneration. They developed physiological dentin regeneration technology and periodontal ligament regeneration technology based on basic dental research . They offer treatment of intractable dental diseases such as tooth decay, dental hypersensitivity, tooth decay, dental caries, and periodontal disease.

Gopizza

Series B in 2021
Gopizza Inc. is a pizza restaurant chain based in Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing affordable personal-sized pizzas made from quality ingredients, ensuring that customers can enjoy delicious meals at reasonable prices. Gopizza operates through mobile delivery vans and outlets located in public spaces and market complexes, making its offerings accessible to a wide audience. The company has developed a unique par-bake dough and oven system that allows small kitchens to produce large quantities of pizza efficiently with minimal staff. Customers can customize their pizzas with various toppings, further enhancing their dining experience. In addition to its restaurant operations, Gopizza also offers franchising services, allowing for expansion and growth within the food industry.

ATsens

Series A in 2021
ATsens operates a healthcare platform focused on enhancing diagnostic capabilities for heart health. The company has developed a small, lightweight, and low-powered patch-type electrocardiograph that allows users to monitor their heart conditions effectively. By providing a comprehensive approach to heart care, ATsens aims to enable individuals to detect potential heart issues with minimal resource consumption, thereby improving overall health management.

Roumit

Series A in 2020
Roumit is software for tax office automatic evidence transmission, financial transfer, employee/labor management, and pay statement.

Bbros

Series D in 2020
Bbros is a healthcare platform that specializes in developing dokdok hospital reservation applications. The company's platform allows users to search for hospitals and doctors, facilitating the tracking of medical institutions and healthcare professionals. In addition to appointment scheduling, Bbros provides healthcare advice accessible through mobile applications and websites. This integrated approach enables users to find the medical services they need based on their specific requirements and geographical location, streamlining the process of accessing healthcare.

Klim Ventures

Seed Round in 2020
Klimventures is a venture capital investment firm based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in supporting early-stage startups and aspiring entrepreneurs. The firm focuses on investing in seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies, providing them with the necessary resources and guidance to help them grow and succeed in their respective markets. By fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, Klimventures aims to cultivate a vibrant startup ecosystem in the region.

Laundrygo

Series B in 2020
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.

Monthly kitchen

Series A in 2020
Monthly Kitchen is a digital food service platform company.

LUXROBO

Series B in 2020
LUXROBO is a venture company specializing in robotics. Based on its robot technology, LUXROBO creates products that make electrical appliances smarter and easier to use. The company develops educational robots, IoT platform, and modular robotics kit. It also provides technology consulting services.

MK Biotech

Series A in 2020
MK Biotech is a biotechnology company focused on the research and development of stem cell therapies aimed at enhancing the health and quality of life for both animals and humans. The company engages in various activities, including the operation of pharma farms and non-transgenic animal cloning, as well as the preservation of genetic materials. Additionally, MK Biotech specializes in elite cow reproduction, the production of cell culture media, and the development of stem cell therapies and cosmetics. Through its innovative approaches, the company seeks to support healthcare organizations in improving treatment outcomes.

GXC

Funding Round in 2019
GXC is a game platform. Game Round (G.Round) - Global Game Community-driven, Big-data Business Platform Global Top Round(GTR) - a Top-tier Game Startup Accelerator, has invested and supported 62 game studios worldwide via its GTR Accelerator program, the program that inducts 10 new game studios every year. Round Ventures - A VC fund company that promotes successful game investment based on team execution power and user preference/sales forecast data

TimeTree

Venture Round in 2019
TimeTree, Inc. is a company based in Shinjuku, Japan, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a calendar-sharing application that facilitates the organization of schedules for families and groups. The application allows users to share calendars, events, and messages, enabling seamless coordination among family members, friends, partners, and colleagues. By offering features such as multiple calendars and the ability to post schedule messages and photos, TimeTree helps users manage their busy lives and collaborate effectively, accommodating events according to their interests and availability.

HonestFund

Series B in 2019
HonestFund Co., LTD. is a financial technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2015. It operates an online financial platform that provides access to a diverse array of investment opportunities, including residential and commercial real estate, infrastructure financing, unsecured personal loans, and various bond investment products. The platform is designed to facilitate a transparent and efficient process for both investors and private issuers, thereby attracting significant investments from prominent financial institutions. HonestFund's unique offering allows individuals and institutional investors to engage in alternative investments, enhancing their portfolio diversification and access to capital.

Sualab

Series C in 2019
Sualab focuses on developing artificial intelligence-based solutions aimed at enhancing industrial efficiency through automation. The company specializes in a smart factory system that employs AI-driven image analysis technology to automate tasks traditionally performed by humans. By providing unmanned automatic inspection and process optimization, Sualab's systems are tailored for industries such as textiles, leather, and steel. This innovation allows businesses to monitor and control key variables, ensuring optimal process conditions and increasing productivity while minimizing human intervention. Through its research and development, Sualab aims to leverage technology to improve operational value and efficiency.

Miro

Series A in 2019
Miro is an electronics company that offers household appliances along with e-commerce services.

Law&Company

Series B in 2019
Law&Company is representative legal tech company in Republic of Korea. The company provides a service called 'LawTalk(www.lawtalk.co.kr)', which is the largest online legal market place in Korea(5 times bigger then the 2nd player). Since 2016, the company invested on research about Artificial Intelligence especially on Text Mining and Machine Learning technology to analyze lawyers and client's activities in the service which helps to lawyers and clients find the right person based on their experience. Also, the company will launch document automation based service to generate legal documents starting from complaint and contract soon. The company has received more than 3 million dollars from 5 venture capital companies and many angel investors due to previous performance and upside potential in the Korean legal market.

ZigBang

Venture Round in 2019
ZigBang Co., Ltd. is a property listing platform and application based in Seoul, South Korea, which connects real estate agents with renters. Founded in 2010, the company operates a real estate marketplace that facilitates apartment hunting through its mobile and web platforms. Users can search for rental properties based on various criteria, including the number of rooms, occupants, and price. ZigBang has reported a user base of approximately 6 million, providing a comprehensive tool for individuals seeking rental accommodations while aiming to optimize their search and potentially reduce housing costs.

Epidemic Sound

Venture Round in 2019
Epidemic Sound AB is a Swedish music company founded in 2009, specializing in providing royalty-free music for individuals and businesses globally. The company boasts a diverse catalog of over 30,000 tracks spanning more than 180 genres, including acoustic, classical, and electronic, among others. Epidemic Sound caters to a wide range of customers, including video creators, broadcasters, and production companies, by offering subscription services for unlimited music use or the option to license individual tracks outright. All music provided comes with comprehensive rights clearance for use across all platforms and countries without the need for reporting, ensuring a straightforward licensing process. Headquartered in Stockholm, with additional offices in major cities worldwide, Epidemic Sound aims to empower storytellers by providing high-quality soundtracks that enhance visual content.

KnoWhere Bio

Series A in 2019
KnoWhere Bio develops new anticancer drugs in the preclinical stage and produces new drugs such as diabetic retinopathy and type 2 diabetes.

malhae

Series C in 2019
malhae is a mobile application that provides taste search guidance system by field of interest.

Wadiz

Series C in 2019
Wadiz is a prominent crowdfunding platform in South Korea that specializes in both product and equity-based crowdfunding. It connects entrepreneurs and startups with potential investors, facilitating the funding of creative projects and innovative businesses. With a user base of 6.6 million members and 10 million monthly visitors, Wadiz has become a significant player in the crowdfunding landscape, managing over 18,000 projects annually and accumulating a transaction value exceeding $1 billion. Recognized as one of Korea's top game-changing brands, the platform enhances the entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing valuable opportunities for businesses to secure funding while allowing investors to engage with emerging companies at an early stage. Wadiz is preparing to go public on the Korean stock market, further solidifying its position in the industry.

Tripstore

Series B in 2019
Tripstore is an O2O platform that makes it easy to search overseas trips. The company has more than one million international travel products from seventy countries around the world, where the users can easily check out their desired overseas travel products.

Bomapp

Series A in 2019
Bomapp Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in developing a mobile application designed to streamline the insurance purchasing process for users. The Bomapp app serves as an integrated insurance manager, allowing users to review and purchase various insurance products while providing personalized coverage reports to enhance consumer understanding. Key features of the app include policy monitoring, product comparisons, and easy claims submission, all aimed at making insurance more accessible and engaging. As of mid-2020, the app had achieved 2.2 million downloads and 1.7 million registered users. In addition to its business-to-consumer offerings, Bomapp is expanding into business-to-business and business-to-business-to-consumer markets, addressing the insurance needs of small and medium-sized enterprises and platform service providers. The company continues to focus on enhancing its digital insurance experience, aiming to simplify the entire process from comparison to application through personalized coverage options.

BiSiChem

Series B in 2019
BiSiChem is a biotechnology company dedicated to drug discovery and development, with a particular emphasis on immuno-oncology and central nervous system therapies. The company conducts research to identify molecular drug targets, primarily focusing on anti-cancer agents and treatments for Alzheimer’s dementia. By developing targeted therapies and immunosuppressive drugs, BiSiChem aims to provide innovative, first-in-class treatment options for patients suffering from cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

Brandi

Series B in 2019
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.

Brandi

Venture Round in 2019
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.

Sandbox

Series C in 2019
Sandbox is a digital entertainment company specializing in multi-channel network services specifically designed for game creators and the gaming entertainment industry. The company focuses on content creation, allowing creative digital natives to produce and share their work freely. By providing a platform for these creators, Sandbox enables them to engage audiences with innovative and imaginative content, thereby facilitating a vibrant ecosystem for digital entertainment.

SCM Lifescience

Series C in 2018
SCM Lifescience, founded in 2014, focuses on the research and development of innovative treatment options for challenging diseases. The company utilizes proprietary technologies for stem cell isolation and production, aiming to create new therapies that offer hope to patients and contribute to overall human welfare. Based in South Korea, SCM Lifescience is also involved in developing medicinal products and hair care solutions, leveraging its expertise in stem cell applications to address various health-related needs.

Sweet Spot

Series A in 2018
Sweet Spot operates a platform designed to assist companies and retailers in finding suitable spaces for marketing and sales. The platform provides a comprehensive service that allows users to search for available properties and spaces, facilitating easy registration through the same application. By streamlining the process of locating and securing space, Sweet Spot enables clients to efficiently identify options that align with their business needs.

Air Premia

Seed Round in 2018
Air Premia Inc. is an airline company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2017. It specializes in commercial air carrier services, operating wide-body aircraft on medium and long-haul routes to destinations across the Americas, Asia, and Europe. The company aims to enhance consumer comfort by providing comfortable seating options and offering a range of pricing tiers, from economical to first-class, at competitive rates. Additionally, Air Premia provides in-flight services and ticketing, striving to ensure a pleasant travel experience for its customers.

G+FLAS Life Sciences

Series B in 2018
G+FLAS Life Sciences Co., Ltd., founded in 2014 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in agricultural biotechnology with a focus on genome editing applications. Utilizing advanced CRISPR-Cas technology, the company develops innovative products such as glycoengineered humanized plants, which involve the selective removal of glycosylation-related genes. A flagship product is the vitamin D3-enriched tomato, aimed at enhancing nutritional value and addressing market demand for functional foods. This product not only serves the health-conscious consumer but also provides a plant-based alternative to traditional vitamin D supplements, catering to various dietary needs. G+FLAS has established a strategic partnership with Bayer, facilitating the commercialization of its technology and enhancing its position in the agricultural market. The company is also engaged in drug research and development, utilizing its gene therapy expertise to support healthcare organizations and pharmaceutical companies. G+FLAS Life Sciences is well-positioned for growth, targeting significant market share and aiming to accelerate expansion in the U.S. and beyond.

NDREAM

Venture Round in 2018
NDREAM is a mobile game and software development company focused on creating engaging online games that aim to bring enjoyment to a global audience. The company specializes in developing massive multi-player online games featuring 3D animated characters and strategy simulations, providing players with immersive gaming experiences enhanced by life-like visuals. Through its innovative approach, NDREAM seeks to captivate gamers and enhance their enjoyment in the digital gaming landscape.

ABL Bio

Series C in 2018
ABL Bio Inc. is a South Korean biotech research company dedicated to developing therapeutic drugs for immuno-oncology and neurodegenerative diseases. The company's pipeline includes ABL001, a bispecific antibody for cancer immunotherapy, and several antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) such as ABL201-205. Additionally, ABL Bio is working on T cell engagers and dual immune cell targeting bispecific antibodies to enhance immuno-oncology treatments. Another notable product in development is ABL301, designed as a blood-brain barrier-penetrating bispecific antibody. The company emphasizes innovation and collaboration in its mission to improve lives through novel therapies.

Chain Partners

Series A in 2018
Chain Partners, Inc. is a South Korea-based company established in 2017 that specializes in blockchain technology services. It offers an Ethereum-based offline payment solution called Coinduck, enabling users to conduct payments and wire transfers using Ethereum coins. Additionally, Chain Partners operates Changer, a cryptocurrency conversion platform designed for active traders and individuals. Changer facilitates access to cryptocurrency exchanges and over-the-counter markets, allowing users to find optimal market prices without the complexities of manual OTC workflows. The platform enhances liquidity for trades of any size and simplifies onboarding for individual traders, removing any minimum transaction requirements. Through Changer, customers can efficiently compare prices across major exchanges and OTC markets globally, ensuring they obtain the best possible rates for their cryptocurrency transactions.

OP.GG

Venture Round in 2018
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.

OTD

Series A in 2017
OTD operates a diverse portfolio of gourmet restaurants and food courts throughout South Korea, primarily located in office buildings and shopping malls. The company focuses on delivering a variety of dining options under multiple brands, catering to the tastes of the general public while maintaining affordable pricing. By creating vibrant food courts that showcase different culinary offerings, OTD aims to enhance the dining experience for customers seeking convenience and quality.

H2O Hospitality

Series B in 2017
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.

Market Kurly

Series A in 2016
Market Kurly is an online premium grocery service that compares quality and price when looking for good ingredients for foreign goodies. Market Kurly is a food delivery and logistics platform that enables users to order food via the website and receive it the following morning. The company delivers fresh high-end desserts, bread, milk, bottled water, condiments such as flour & salt, processed foods, and more. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea.

Eutilex

Series A in 2016
Eutilex Co., Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in South Korea that specializes in the development of immunotherapy technologies aimed at treating tumors. The company focuses on anti-tumor T cell therapy and antibody therapeutics, creating innovative treatments to combat cancer. Eutilex's product pipeline includes advanced therapies such as T Cell Therapy (4-1BB CTL), CAR-T, and various antibody-based treatments. The company markets its offerings throughout South Korea, contributing to the growing field of cancer immunotherapy.

Riiid

Series A in 2016
Riiid is a global innovator in AI-powered education solutions, specializing in adaptive assessment platforms that personalize learning experiences for students worldwide. Launched in 2017 with Santa TOEIC, its flagship product has reached over one million users in Korea alone, demonstrating proven efficacy. Expanding globally, Riiid operates Santa TOEIC in Japan and offers Santa SAT in Vietnam. Its scalable AI technology provides each student with a personalized tutor, enhancing learning outcomes while reducing costs compared to traditional methods. By democratizing educational opportunities, Riiid is rapidly transforming the learning landscape.

Maxst

Seed Round in 2016
Maxst Co Ltd is an augmented reality (AR) technology company that specializes in research and development to enhance physical reality through AR, artificial intelligence, and computer vision technology. The company offers a range of products, including an AR Software Development Kit (SDK), AR Collaboration tools, and AR Guide applications, all designed for security, reliability, and scalability. These products support various infrastructure, applications, devices, and hardware. Maxst has established partnerships with prominent organizations such as Hyundai, Kia, SK Telecom, LG Electronics, KT, and Naver, positioning itself as a leader in the AR market. Through its innovative solutions, Maxst aims to empower developers and organizations by providing immediate visual tools to improve decision-making capabilities.

Gowid

Series A in 2015
Gowid is a fintech company that specializes in offering a range of financial services tailored for start-ups. Its primary offerings include corporate credit cards, instalments, and loans, alongside various B2B financial services aimed at supporting the unique needs of emerging businesses. By focusing on these solutions, Gowid aims to facilitate financial management and enhance the operational efficiency of start-ups in today's competitive landscape.
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