Bigbang Angels

Bigbang Angels is an accelerator and venture capital firm based in South Korea, founded in 2012. It specializes in seed stage investments, focusing on early-stage companies in sectors such as artificial intelligence, agtech, and healthcare. The firm has invested in over 80 companies, achieving four successful exits, including notable successes like Lezhin Comics. Bigbang Angels emphasizes cross-border acceleration, leveraging Korea's robust ecosystem and infrastructure to support both Korean and global startups. With a highly experienced team and active involvement in the Across Asia Alliance, Bigbang Angels aims to provide significant value to emerging companies in its portfolio.

Kwangsun Choi

Co-Founder and Venture Partner

Michael Hwang

Co-Founder, Co-CEO and Managing Director

HyunChul Ji

CEO

Qha Kim

Co-Founder and Venture Partner

John Kim

Co-Founder, Partner and Vice President

Ted Koo

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Taehoon Koo

Co-Founder and Venture Partner

73 past transactions

GSIL

Venture Round in 2021
GSIL Co., Ltd. specializes in safety management technology tailored for the construction industry. The company offers a comprehensive safety solution known as Saint, which utilizes real-time IoT technology to monitor the location and status of workers, as well as to manage equipment through NFC tags. This platform enables safety managers to precheck hazardous factors, analyze the likelihood of accidents, and respond effectively to crises based on accurate data. By addressing the specific needs of field workers, GSIL aims to enhance safety measures, reduce overtime, and ultimately promote a culture of safety in the workplace. Their mission, encapsulated in the phrase "Good Safety in Life," reflects their commitment to providing effective safety solutions that improve the overall well-being of workers in hazardous environments.

Promedius

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of osteoporosis screening technologies for medical industries designed to prevent severe fractures among the elderly population. The company offers screening solutions using simple chest X-ray (CXR) images by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, enabling medical professionals to access unsupervised artificial intelligence (AI) in medical imaging.

Vplate

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of a marketing automation platform intended to make advertising simple and easy for clients. The company's platform features the ability to provide video templates in various formats and themes that can be customized, edited and designed as per brand requirements, enabling clients to easily come up with creative advertising campaigns.

Pine Nano

Seed Round in 2019
Pine Nano is a nanomaterials company that manufactures and sells conductive copper ink based on metal nano precursors.

Glosign

Seed Round in 2019
Developer of a cloud-based electronic contract creation software designed to digitalize contracts. The company's software offers features such as SMS notifications, advanced authentication, template management, request attachments, multi-lingual documentation, and blockchain encryption, enabling users to digitalize their contracts at a subscription-based pricing module.

Todos

Seed Round in 2019
Developer of communication software designed to facilitate overseas residents. The company's application allows to make calls using domestic numbers from anywhere abroad by authenticating mobile phone numbers which allows unlimited voice calls and SMS sending and receiving, enabling users to host their SIMs directly in their home or office where the Internet is connected and to reduce their communication costs.

Medihere

Seed Round in 2019
Medihere Inc. provides online healthcare consultation services aimed at enhancing accessibility to primary care for patients, particularly those with chronic diseases and language barriers. Founded in 2018 and based in Seoul, South Korea, the company offers a subscription-based model that allows patients to connect with board-certified physicians fluent in both Korean and English for appointments and prescriptions. Through its app, Medihere facilitates text-based and video consultations without the need for prior appointments, making healthcare more convenient and efficient. Additionally, the company runs a B2B program that enables enterprises to offer virtual primary care to their employees via chat and video calls, further expanding access to essential medical services.

Payvil

Seed Round in 2018
Payvil is an app to use AliPay in Korea. When using Payvil to travel in Korea, it is easy to pay at affiliated stores! As long as Alipay members will be able to use.

Payvil

Seed Round in 2018
Payvil is an app to use AliPay in Korea. When using Payvil to travel in Korea, it is easy to pay at affiliated stores! As long as Alipay members will be able to use.

Cartesi

Seed Round in 2018
Cartesi Pte. Ltd., founded in 2018 and based in Taipei, Taiwan, operates a layer-2 platform that enhances the development and deployment of scalable decentralized applications. The company addresses issues of computational scalability and development infrastructure on the decentralized web by providing a decentralized Linux infrastructure. This allows blockchain applications to utilize mainstream software stacks, enabling complex computations to run off-chain while maintaining the security provided by the blockchain. By offering a runtime environment that supports familiar software components, Cartesi empowers developers to create innovative decentralized software platforms without the limitations and costs typically associated with blockchain computation.

ArtistsCard

Seed Round in 2017
ArtistsCard collects classical music pieces that have expired copyrights and provides a free, high-quality streaming service for classical music lovers.

CashFi, inc.

Seed Round in 2017
CashFi, Inc. is an internet company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the Internet of Things. Founded in 2017, CashFi offers a global sharing Wi-Fi application that allows users to earn rewards when other users access their Wi-Fi routers registered through the CashFi app. This innovative approach not only facilitates connectivity but also incentivizes users to share their internet resources.

Bookoob

Seed Round in 2017
Bookoob Co., Ltd., based in Goyang, South Korea, specializes in book rental and delivery services, offering a convenient platform for readers to borrow books without the need for purchase. The service allows customers to rent up to 25 books for a period of 60 days, delivered anywhere in the country. By combining an online library system with physical spaces for book management, Bookoob addresses space constraints that book lovers often face. The platform not only facilitates access to a wide range of books but also provides credit services for rentals, making it accessible regardless of budget. Users can easily navigate the collection and engage with the material, enriching their reading experience through both physical and digital means.

Docfriends

Seed Round in 2017
Docfriends is a developer of a patient communication application aimed at enhancing connections between patients and their primary care physicians. The company offers a platform that improves hospital accessibility and allows for self-editable FAQ systems tailored to specific hospital needs. Additionally, Docfriends provides a streamlined teleconsultation system, which enables doctors to efficiently manage a larger number of patients. By sharing each hospital's unique concerns and innovative practices, the company creates widely deployed IT services that support global healthcare communication.

MtoV

Seed Round in 2017
Mtov is a Korean company that develops smart car solutions based on wireless networking technology. MtoV provides a driving image sharing service called Link-V which is a crowd-sourced dashcam application that gathers and shares images taken from user vehicles. Conventional dashcams cannot capture car accident scenes due to limited angles. MtoV’s key members have deep technical background in wireless networks, information security, and image processing.

Superbly

Seed Round in 2017
Superbly provides the payment authentication system that utilizes IT Fin Tech including authentication, information security and payment.

MOSS INCUBE

Seed Round in 2017
Based on data collected by Moss Incube, we offer services that allow you to effectively choose amenities such as location and pricing.

FNB People

Seed Round in 2017
Korea’s only franchise operation & management app. FNB People is a perfect partner to successfully manage franchise stores.

NOSITH

Seed Round in 2017
Nosith/patplex provides online patent search and marketing platform in patent transaction.

INNOCOMPASS INC.

Seed Round in 2017
Innocompass Inc. develops interface device for rehabilitative treatment and provides EHR cloud establishment system.

Innopresso

Seed Round in 2017
Innopresso specializes in developing innovative technologies aimed at enhancing user experience. One of its notable products is the Fusion Keyboard Mokibo, a versatile keyboard that seamlessly transitions between a conventional mechanical keyboard and a large touchpad. This design preserves the tactile feedback of mechanical typing while offering an expansive touchpad that is more than three times the size of standard notebook touchpads. The Mokibo serves multiple functions, functioning as a PC keyboard, a portable option for smart devices, and a notebook keyboard module, reflecting Innopresso's commitment to blending functionality with user-friendly design.

Crowdworks

Pre Seed Round in 2017
CrowdWorks, Inc. develops online crowd sourcing platform for artificial intelligent (AI) which engages in collecting, strengthening, and structuring leaning data for machine learning. The company offers its services for analysis and classifying of image works, text works, voice works, and survey works. The company is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Bookoob

Seed Round in 2017
Bookoob Co., Ltd., based in Goyang, South Korea, specializes in book rental and delivery services, offering a convenient platform for readers to borrow books without the need for purchase. The service allows customers to rent up to 25 books for a period of 60 days, delivered anywhere in the country. By combining an online library system with physical spaces for book management, Bookoob addresses space constraints that book lovers often face. The platform not only facilitates access to a wide range of books but also provides credit services for rentals, making it accessible regardless of budget. Users can easily navigate the collection and engage with the material, enriching their reading experience through both physical and digital means.

CAPSULE CORP. Inc

Seed Round in 2017
International, Fandom, Otaku, E-commerce, Big Data Analysis

Foundry

Seed Round in 2017
Creating an environment in which Korea and China co-operate to ensure businesses are making full use of overseas business opportunities to drive competitiveness, network and sales expansion.

PSCompany

Seed Round in 2017
COWORKING SPACE

The VC

Seed Round in 2016
The VC is a data platform specifically designed for venture capital firms, focusing on identifying and quantifying signals from emerging and potentially profitable start-ups in South Korea. It offers a comprehensive database that provides research analysis on both private and public companies. By connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and market researchers, The VC facilitates access to crucial information regarding investments and the latest news about various companies. This enables clients to make informed decisions based on the insights gathered from the platform.

8Cups

Seed Round in 2016
8Cups Inc. develops smart cups and its technologies. This company pursues to collect all of drinking/eating data and turn to be a platform business.

MBUZZER

Seed Round in 2016
Temperature/Humidity monitoring service that utilizes IoT

Mtreecare

Seed Round in 2016
Mtreecare is a company dedicated to improve the quality of life and health through mobile healthcare products and services. It provides mobile health care (thermal care) products and body temperature management service based on hardware and software technology capability. It also offers hardware, mobile, web service development, and technology standardization R&D consulting.

OSHAREHOUSE

Seed Round in 2016
Here’s a share house for you where you can live with monthly rent of 300,000 won.

EVERY KIT

Seed Round in 2016
World’s first plug & play IoT software education service

INTORAW

Seed Round in 2016
INTORAW is a Korean bases start-up focused on developing mobile applications for Smartphone users in Korea. The company’s primary product Al-mail is a popular mobile app that is being released to the App Store and the iTunes store. The company has received many rewards and accolades at many angel investment conferences.

DOCTOR’S FAB

Seed Round in 2016
Medical information platform company.

Go-Qual

Seed Round in 2016
Go-Qual (고퀄) is a Korean startup that provides home network systems and security alarm systems.

Abroadin

Seed Round in 2016
Abroadin provides New Hak that is a service of O2O platform for overseas studying in reasonable price.

CAPSULE CORP. Inc

Seed Round in 2016
International, Fandom, Otaku, E-commerce, Big Data Analysis

Holla Company Inc.

Seed Round in 2016
Holla Company Inc. is an online retailer based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in products for adults. Established in 2016, the company provides a mobile application that allows users to conveniently order its offerings. Holla Company Inc. emphasizes catering to couples, focusing on creating a tailored experience for its customers.

SING IT

Seed Round in 2016
Application for your debut as singer! The fastest way to become a singer!

GSIL

Seed Round in 2016
GSIL Co., Ltd. specializes in safety management technology tailored for the construction industry. The company offers a comprehensive safety solution known as Saint, which utilizes real-time IoT technology to monitor the location and status of workers, as well as to manage equipment through NFC tags. This platform enables safety managers to precheck hazardous factors, analyze the likelihood of accidents, and respond effectively to crises based on accurate data. By addressing the specific needs of field workers, GSIL aims to enhance safety measures, reduce overtime, and ultimately promote a culture of safety in the workplace. Their mission, encapsulated in the phrase "Good Safety in Life," reflects their commitment to providing effective safety solutions that improve the overall well-being of workers in hazardous environments.

Lmeca Inc.

Seed Round in 2016
Lmeca Inc. is a Company for Respiratory System. AI suction can decide suction operation with respiratory information like a human being. To increase the precision of the sputum detection, It will increase the amount of respiratory data.

MOREGOOD

Seed Round in 2016
Home shopping based global video commerce

Volthole

Seed Round in 2016
Volthole is a mobile and virtual reality game development company that specializes in creating a diverse range of role-playing games (RPGs). The company focuses on delivering immersive gaming experiences across various platforms, ensuring that players can engage with their content regardless of their device. By leveraging innovative technology and creative design, Volthole aims to enhance the RPG genre and cater to a wide audience of gamers. Through its commitment to quality and user experience, the company positions itself as a notable player in the gaming industry.

Promisope

Seed Round in 2016
Promisope Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company based in Seongnam-si that specializes in developing a management support tool aimed at addressing the needs of disabled individuals and patients with rare or incurable diseases. Its flagship product, Careple, is an online platform that facilitates consultations, counseling, and direct visits from specialists, while also serving as a comprehensive data management and medical analysis system. The platform aggregates detailed records related to developmental disabilities and autism, encompassing the entire treatment process from symptoms and diagnosis to recommended and implemented treatments, as well as rehabilitation outcomes. This enables caregivers and healthcare professionals to make informed decisions about patient care.

Zipdoc

Seed Round in 2016
Zipdoc, founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea, develops web and mobile applications that provide users with home interior design ideas and professional consultations. The platform offers free interior decoration quotations and is designed to deliver personalized interior design information, enabling users to efficiently decorate their homes. Through its services, Zipdoc aims to enhance the home decoration experience by making it accessible and straightforward for individuals seeking inspiration and guidance in their interior design projects.

exgram

Seed Round in 2016
Service for recipe contents, recipe curation, Food MCN and multimedia recipe, which can solve kitchen problems

CONDIVER

Seed Round in 2015
Connecting Human Values ‘CRONEE’

Zimcar

Seed Round in 2015
Zimcar is a developer of a relocation platform that aims to simplify the moving process. The platform enables users to plan, organize, and manage all aspects of their move from a single, user-friendly dashboard. By streamlining moving-related tasks, Zimcar enhances the experience for both individuals and professional brokers or agents, allowing them to provide a personalized and efficient service. The company's innovative approach addresses the challenges associated with house removals, making it easier for customers to navigate the complexities of relocating.

Tripvi

Seed Round in 2015
Tripvi is a Korean web platform and mobile application designed for sharing travel stories. It operates as a location-based travel blog platform that enables users to document and share their travel experiences through photos and videos. The platform encourages users to connect with friends and the broader community by showcasing their unique journeys and recommending noteworthy destinations based on personal experiences. Through this social platform, Tripvi fosters a vibrant community of travelers, allowing them to explore diverse travel narratives and discover the best spots from a variety of perspectives.

Melephant

Seed Round in 2015
Melephant Inc. is a Korea based startup established in October 2013.

Lateral SV

Seed Round in 2014
Lateral SV is a technology company that specializes in online information sciences. Founded by a team with various backgrounds ranging from military intelligence, biotechnology, aeronautical engineering, and computer sciences our mission is to become an enabler of information, to further progress the information age and help people utilize information to empower themselves.

KStyleTrip

Seed Round in 2014
Stylish start of domestic trips.

Happy Rabbit

Seed Round in 2014
Happyrabbit (해피래빗) is a representative office of the Republic of Korea whose goal is to create and promote a happy and healthy workplace culture. Its services include Office N, a web-based magazine featuring information and interviews of office workers, and Office Attack, which is a culture and welfare services program that enables companies create a positive office experience. Happyrabbit was established on June 18, 2012. It is based in Seoul, Korea.

Revivallabs

Seed Round in 2014
Revivallabs, established in May 2014 and based in Seoul, Korea, specializes in social networking services that facilitate offline relationships and interactions among users. The company offers a mobile application called CongKong, designed to enhance engagement in live social events. Revivallabs provides a diverse range of event types, including MICE events, parties, educational gatherings, concerts, and festivals. Its platform enables users to easily organize and participate in various events, fostering communication and connection within the community.

Evain

Seed Round in 2014
Evain is a South Korea-based company located in Gwangju that specializes in developing mobile applications aimed at enhancing user experiences through technology. The company focuses on creating solutions for electronic newspapers and spam number search, as well as offering a variety of artificial intelligence applications. These applications include a survey system, spam judgment AI, and spam blocking software, which help users protect themselves from voice phishing and unwanted calls. By leveraging collective intelligence, Evain strives to improve the quality of life for its users through its innovative IT solutions.

IT & BASIC

Seed Round in 2014
IT&BASIC is a Korean provider of education-based mobile services. It was established in 2013 in Incheon, Korea.

Cremotech

Seed Round in 2014
CREMOTECH Co., Ltd. manufactures portable beam laser projectors for mobile phones. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Seongnam, South Korea.

Lezhin Entertainment

Seed Round in 2013
Lezhin Entertainment (레진엔터테인먼트) is a Korean startup that offers Lezhin Comics, a webtoon(web comics, online manga) service for mature readers. The Lezhin Comics app allows subscribers to view featured comics for free and create their own cartoon collection in their Android and iOS devices, also on web site http://www.lezhin.com
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