Aberra is using "Dister," an AI data analysis tool, to optimize sales for Coupang, one of South Korea's largest e-commerce platforms.
Featuring
Series A in 2023
Featuring is a Korea-based influencer marketing platform that helps brands discover suitable influencers and manage campaigns. The platform provides intelligent influencer matching, AI-based fraud detection, real-time engagement tracking, campaign reporting, and integrated social account management, enabling marketers to automate collaboration and act on performance insights. It supports studying followers’ interests for better alignment, and has facilitated over 8,500 influencer campaigns for more than 3,600 brands. The company plans expansion into East Asia, including Japan and China.
Fadu
Venture Round in 2023
FADU Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in innovative memory and storage solutions. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, with an additional office in Mountain View, California, FADU focuses on developing advanced Flash storage technology and architecture. The company's product lineup includes the FADU Annapurna and FADU Bravo SSD controllers, which are designed to meet the increasing data demands in enterprise data centers. With a team comprised of skilled architects, ASIC experts, and seasoned engineers from leading firms, FADU aims to introduce next-generation products that will redefine standards within the industry. As a newcomer in this competitive field, FADU is committed to leveraging innovative ideas to address the challenges posed by rapidly evolving data requirements.
Hodoo Labs
Series B in 2022
Hodoo Labs develops educational games, notably 'Hodoo English', a quest-based MMORPG designed to improve spoken English skills. It employs speech recognition technology and immersive gameplay, featuring over 300 non-player characters for meaningful conversations.
Gopizza operates a chain of pizza restaurants and offers franchising services. Founded in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, the company provides affordable, customizable pizzas through formats including outlets in public places and market complexes as well as a mobile delivery model. It uses par-baked dough and compact ovens to enable smaller kitchens to produce large quantities quickly with minimal labor, supporting scalable operations.
Today's Webtoon
Seed Round in 2022
Today's Webtoon is a South Korea-based company that operates a data-driven platform focused on aiding the development of original creative works. By analyzing user activity, the company generates insights that help writers and artists create immersive stories and art. Its approach leverages data to enhance the creative process, making it easier for creators to understand audience preferences and trends. This innovative model positions Today's Webtoon as a significant player in the digital content landscape, facilitating the production of engaging and targeted media.
Zigbang
Venture Round in 2022
Founded in Seoul, South Korea in 2010, Zigbang operates a property listing platform and application that connects real estate agents with renters. It offers an apartment hunting service, enabling users to search for rental properties based on criteria such as number of rooms, occupants, and price.
MOIN is a blockchain-based global money transfer company that enables customers to send funds abroad. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, it focuses on Asia and offers an online platform for user-centric international remittances built on blockchain technology, aiming to provide fast, convenient, and reasonably priced transfers.
RideFlux is a South Korean self-driving software company focused on safe and reliable autonomous transportation. The firm develops autonomous driving software and pilot services, including remote vehicle control and high-precision map operation, to enable safe, efficient mobility. Founded in 2018, RideFlux conducts development and testing in Jeju Island, leveraging its varied road environments and weather conditions to advance urban autonomy. The company aims to provide integrated software and services that support autonomous driving for consumer and mobility services, emphasizing safety and reliability in autonomous transportation.
Market Kurly
Private Equity Round in 2021
Market Kurly is an online grocery service based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in the delivery of fresh and premium food products. Founded in 2014, the platform allows users to order a wide range of items, including vegetables, fruits, meats, dairy, baked goods, and processed foods, all sourced directly from producers. Market Kurly focuses on providing high-quality ingredients and offers next-day delivery, ensuring that customers receive their orders promptly. The service also includes non-perishable items, enabling shoppers to conveniently access a variety of groceries. Through its innovative logistics and delivery system, Market Kurly aims to enhance the grocery shopping experience by transforming the way food is produced and distributed.
ONDA is a hospitality technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in reservation management solutions for small to mid-size hotels and guesthouses both locally and internationally. The company offers a suite of products, including ONDA Plus for reservation management, ONDA Wave for integrated scheduling, and ONDA Star, a comprehensive property management system. Additionally, ONDA Easysell serves as a hotel extranet platform to enhance distribution capabilities. With a focus on optimizing hotel operations and increasing online visibility, ONDA aggregates real-time data from over 40,000 properties and distributes it across 50 online channels, enabling hotels to expand their reach and boost bookings. The company also publishes Magazine ON, which features interviews with accommodation owners and industry insights.
Karrot Market
Series D in 2021
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.
DEEPX is a Korean company developing AI hardware and software solutions for on-device artificial intelligence. It designs next-generation neural networks to optimize AI silicon for deep learning workloads and to maximize memory bandwidth, enabling edge devices to run state-of-the-art models more efficiently and sustainably. The company's approach supports power-efficient on-device AI technology for enterprises.
Buffett Seoul
Series B in 2021
Buffett Seoul is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2017, specializing in group physical training services. It aims to deliver a distinctive fitness experience by offering an optimized group matching service tailored to individuals' physiques, exercise levels, and goals. This approach allows users to access customized fitness programs that seamlessly integrate offline classes with online home training, enhancing the overall effectiveness and personalization of their fitness journey.
Aurumplanet
Series A in 2020
Aurumplanet (아우름플래닛) is a Korean online platform that provides IT-related information. It was launched in September 2012 in Seoul, Korea.
RideFlux
Venture Round in 2020
RideFlux is a South Korean self-driving software company focused on safe and reliable autonomous transportation. The firm develops autonomous driving software and pilot services, including remote vehicle control and high-precision map operation, to enable safe, efficient mobility. Founded in 2018, RideFlux conducts development and testing in Jeju Island, leveraging its varied road environments and weather conditions to advance urban autonomy. The company aims to provide integrated software and services that support autonomous driving for consumer and mobility services, emphasizing safety and reliability in autonomous transportation.
Allm
Venture Round in 2020
Allm Co., Ltd., established in 2000, is a South Korean company specializing in the design and sale of online PC games. It also offers a mobile PvP game, Capsulemon Fight. The company is headquartered in Seoul and is known for its intuitive and analytical approach to game development, successfully serving both domestic and international markets.
DEEPX is a Korean company developing AI hardware and software solutions for on-device artificial intelligence. It designs next-generation neural networks to optimize AI silicon for deep learning workloads and to maximize memory bandwidth, enabling edge devices to run state-of-the-art models more efficiently and sustainably. The company's approach supports power-efficient on-device AI technology for enterprises.
Founded in 2014, Newploy is a South Korean company that develops a platform for automating payroll tasks using robotic process automation technology. Its software enables businesses to manage and centralize various aspects of staffing needs, including leave management, attendance tracking, work scheduling, and payroll calculation.
Buffett Seoul
Series A in 2019
Buffett Seoul is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2017, specializing in group physical training services. It aims to deliver a distinctive fitness experience by offering an optimized group matching service tailored to individuals' physiques, exercise levels, and goals. This approach allows users to access customized fitness programs that seamlessly integrate offline classes with online home training, enhancing the overall effectiveness and personalization of their fitness journey.
Karrot Market
Series C in 2019
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.
Tenping
Venture Round in 2019
Tenping is a South Korean company founded in 2015 that specializes in mobile advertising networks, focusing on enhancing the visibility of advertisements across various platforms, including mobile messengers, social networking services, and community websites. The company provides a performance marketing platform that allows advertisers to release content in a native format, distributing it effectively across social networks, blogs, and mobile applications. Tenping's technology enables real-time measurement and evaluation of advertising performance, allowing marketers to analyze audience behavior and manage advertising efficiency effectively. Since its inception, Tenping has garnered the use of over 100 advertising companies, successfully launching more than 600 advertising campaigns.
Cardoc
Venture Round in 2019
Cardoc Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2013 that specializes in automotive repair services through a mobile application. The app allows users to upload photographs of their vehicle's exterior damage, facilitating real-time quotations, consultations, and repair options from selected car body shops. Users can receive their first estimate within an average of seven minutes and compare multiple estimates without the need to register personal information. Cardoc has demonstrated significant growth, with registered stores experiencing monthly increases of 30-100%. The company also offers additional vehicle management services, including car inspections, washes, and renewal services, which can be reserved online or at car centers. The founding team comprises automotive enthusiasts who have benefited from support from a startup incubation organization.
Line Games
Private Equity Round in 2018
Line Games is a subsidiary of Line Corporation, established in 2017 after the acquisition of NextFloor, a Korean game publisher known for titles such as Dragon Flight and Destiny Child. The company specializes in developing and creating online games and services aimed at both mobile users and professional computer gamers. Line Games focuses on a variety of gaming genres, including survival adventure, action, and shooter games, catering to the diverse preferences of gamers across multiple platforms, including mobile devices, computers, and consoles. Through its innovative approach, Line Games aims to deliver engaging gaming experiences that resonate with its audience.
Market Kurly
Series C in 2018
Market Kurly is an online grocery service based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in the delivery of fresh and premium food products. Founded in 2014, the platform allows users to order a wide range of items, including vegetables, fruits, meats, dairy, baked goods, and processed foods, all sourced directly from producers. Market Kurly focuses on providing high-quality ingredients and offers next-day delivery, ensuring that customers receive their orders promptly. The service also includes non-perishable items, enabling shoppers to conveniently access a variety of groceries. Through its innovative logistics and delivery system, Market Kurly aims to enhance the grocery shopping experience by transforming the way food is produced and distributed.
Gopizza operates a chain of pizza restaurants and offers franchising services. Founded in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, the company provides affordable, customizable pizzas through formats including outlets in public places and market complexes as well as a mobile delivery model. It uses par-baked dough and compact ovens to enable smaller kitchens to produce large quantities quickly with minimal labor, supporting scalable operations.
Brich
Venture Round in 2018
Brich is an online-to-offline (O2O) service that specializes in delivering the latest Korean fashion trends. Launched a year ago, the company operates a global integrated marketplace platform designed to assist local fashion boutiques in selling their products online. Brich streamlines the complexities of market entry by integrating various aspects of e-commerce, including product registration, order management, delivery processing, and customer service. This comprehensive approach enables customers to easily search for items and explore a wide range of brands, enhancing their shopping experience while supporting local boutiques.
Founded in 2014, Newploy is a South Korean company that develops a platform for automating payroll tasks using robotic process automation technology. Its software enables businesses to manage and centralize various aspects of staffing needs, including leave management, attendance tracking, work scheduling, and payroll calculation.
Karrot Market
Series B in 2018
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.
VisualCamp
Series A in 2018
VisualCamp develops eye-tracking technology for virtual reality head-mounted displays and smartphones. Its solutions cover VR and AR eye tracking, including gaze analysis, look-and-action, foveated rendering, and intention analysis, along with smartphone eye tracking and remote eye-tracking kits. The company provides SDKs for developers and serves content, retail, education and training, and advertising sectors. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, VisualCamp leverages AI to improve eye-control capabilities and derive user insights, enabling developers, manufacturers and marketers to enhance user experience and interaction across mobile and VR/AR devices.
MOIN is a blockchain-based global money transfer company that enables customers to send funds abroad. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, it focuses on Asia and offers an online platform for user-centric international remittances built on blockchain technology, aiming to provide fast, convenient, and reasonably priced transfers.
Dabin Systems
Venture Round in 2018
Dabin Systems is a South Korean company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do. The company specializes in counter-drone technology aimed at enhancing the safety of individuals and facilities. Its drone monitoring system is designed to detect the signals transmitted and received by drones, providing clients with the necessary tools to address the increasing prevalence of illegal drone activities.
MOIN is a blockchain-based global money transfer company that enables customers to send funds abroad. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, it focuses on Asia and offers an online platform for user-centric international remittances built on blockchain technology, aiming to provide fast, convenient, and reasonably priced transfers.
LUXI Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that specializes in developing a ride-sharing application designed to facilitate carpooling. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, LUXI connects drivers and passengers who have similar commuting routes. The platform aims to address traffic congestion and environmental issues by promoting a safe and enjoyable carpool culture. Through its application, LUXI seeks to enhance the commuting experience for both drivers and passengers, providing mutual benefits to its users.
TNDN is a start-up company based in the Jeju Creative Economy and Innovation Center, specializing in services tailored for tourists visiting Korea, particularly from China. The company has developed a comprehensive mobile application that provides essential information about public transportation, nearby tourist attractions, and restaurant recommendations in both Seoul and Jeju Island. The app features a unique food recommendation algorithm designed specifically for the local cuisine, enabling users to access customized dining options and facilitate ordering services. Additionally, the application supports multiple languages, including Chinese, ensuring that tourists can easily navigate and enjoy their experience in Korea.
Urbanbase
Series A in 2017
Urbanbase Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2014 that specializes in a design platform transforming two-dimensional floor plans into three-dimensional models. The company offers patented technology that allows for the rapid creation of 3D, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) representations of interior spaces. Urbanbase provides a B2C VR home furnishing platform and an AR mobile application aimed at enhancing the interior design experience. Additionally, the company delivers B2B solutions, including internally developed 3D, AR, and VR APIs tailored for various industries such as real estate, home design, and retail. Urbanbase's clientele includes notable companies like LG, iLoom, and Daelim, along with over 40 other interior and furniture businesses.
Trance Studio
Series B in 2017
Stylish action game developer in South Korea.
Well-known developers of DNF(Biggest revenue maker of Tencent and Nexon) and NC soft are creating a new action game providing 4 players party play realtime.
Naver is a South Korean technology company and internet platform that operates a leading search engine and e-commerce ecosystem, offering fintech services, digital content, and cloud computing. It has developed advanced search features such as comprehensive search, Knowledge iN, and real-time keyword insights, and supports user-generated content through services like Blog and Cafe, as well as lifestyle portals such as Junior Naver and a donation platform called Happybean. Naver pioneered webtoon distribution in 2004 and continues to produce and distribute digital comics. It also maintains mobile and web services for global markets, including LINE, its messaging platform through a subsidiary, along with related apps such as Snow and BAND. Beyond consumer services, the company engages in software development, IT infrastructure operations and security, online shopping, mobile apps marketing, and various content and media activities. Founded in 1999 and based in Seongnam, South Korea, Naver has evolved into a broad internet platform with diverse services.
Brich is an online-to-offline (O2O) service that specializes in delivering the latest Korean fashion trends. Launched a year ago, the company operates a global integrated marketplace platform designed to assist local fashion boutiques in selling their products online. Brich streamlines the complexities of market entry by integrating various aspects of e-commerce, including product registration, order management, delivery processing, and customer service. This comprehensive approach enables customers to easily search for items and explore a wide range of brands, enhancing their shopping experience while supporting local boutiques.
LUXI Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that specializes in developing a ride-sharing application designed to facilitate carpooling. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, LUXI connects drivers and passengers who have similar commuting routes. The platform aims to address traffic congestion and environmental issues by promoting a safe and enjoyable carpool culture. Through its application, LUXI seeks to enhance the commuting experience for both drivers and passengers, providing mutual benefits to its users.
LUXI Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that specializes in developing a ride-sharing application designed to facilitate carpooling. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, LUXI connects drivers and passengers who have similar commuting routes. The platform aims to address traffic congestion and environmental issues by promoting a safe and enjoyable carpool culture. Through its application, LUXI seeks to enhance the commuting experience for both drivers and passengers, providing mutual benefits to its users.
Chain Partners
Venture Round in 2017
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.
Zipdoc
Venture Round in 2017
Zipdoc is a South Korean company founded in 2015, specializing in web and mobile applications that provide home interior design ideas and services. The platform offers users access to a wide range of interior decoration information, including professional consultations and quotations tailored to individual needs. By leveraging technology, Zipdoc enables users to efficiently design and decorate their homes, making the process more accessible and user-friendly.
Market Kurly
Series A in 2016
Market Kurly is an online grocery service based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in the delivery of fresh and premium food products. Founded in 2014, the platform allows users to order a wide range of items, including vegetables, fruits, meats, dairy, baked goods, and processed foods, all sourced directly from producers. Market Kurly focuses on providing high-quality ingredients and offers next-day delivery, ensuring that customers receive their orders promptly. The service also includes non-perishable items, enabling shoppers to conveniently access a variety of groceries. Through its innovative logistics and delivery system, Market Kurly aims to enhance the grocery shopping experience by transforming the way food is produced and distributed.
VisualCamp
Seed Round in 2016
VisualCamp develops eye-tracking technology for virtual reality head-mounted displays and smartphones. Its solutions cover VR and AR eye tracking, including gaze analysis, look-and-action, foveated rendering, and intention analysis, along with smartphone eye tracking and remote eye-tracking kits. The company provides SDKs for developers and serves content, retail, education and training, and advertising sectors. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, VisualCamp leverages AI to improve eye-control capabilities and derive user insights, enabling developers, manufacturers and marketers to enhance user experience and interaction across mobile and VR/AR devices.
Karrot Market
Series A in 2016
Karrot Market is a second-hand trading application that connects users within local neighborhoods to facilitate the buying and selling of used goods. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the platform allows users to register products via mobile and engage in direct communication with potential buyers through a chat feature. To enhance trust and safety, Karrot Market authenticates users' residency and incorporates a review-based rating system. The application includes various features such as neighborhood certification, a trading manner temperature indicator, and price drop notifications, all aimed at creating a seamless and secure trading experience for users. Through its online GPS service, buyers and sellers can easily locate each other, promoting face-to-face transactions within their communities.
Founded in 2014, Newploy is a South Korean company that develops a platform for automating payroll tasks using robotic process automation technology. Its software enables businesses to manage and centralize various aspects of staffing needs, including leave management, attendance tracking, work scheduling, and payroll calculation.
MAD Square
Venture Round in 2016
MAD Square, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, operates a video streaming platform designed to disrupt traditional methods of curating, monetizing, distributing, discovering, and consuming media and video content. The company's platform charges users on a per-engagement basis, facilitating brand contact with real audiences and enabling the sale of related products directly on the platform. This model allows clients to efficiently market their products while providing consumers with convenient purchasing options.
MOIN is a blockchain-based global money transfer company that enables customers to send funds abroad. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, it focuses on Asia and offers an online platform for user-centric international remittances built on blockchain technology, aiming to provide fast, convenient, and reasonably priced transfers.
Trance Studio
Series A in 2016
Stylish action game developer in South Korea.
Well-known developers of DNF(Biggest revenue maker of Tencent and Nexon) and NC soft are creating a new action game providing 4 players party play realtime.
8Percent is a prominent online financial services provider in South Korea, specializing in peer-to-peer lending. The company operates a platform that connects small investors with borrowers, allowing individuals to fund loans directly. This innovative model enables borrowers to repay loans monthly, providing investors with an opportunity to earn interest returns averaging around eight percent. By leveraging advanced evaluation systems and technology, 8Percent offers high-yield financial products, contributing to a healthier public finance landscape while enhancing investment options for its clients.
How to Marry
Venture Round in 2016
How to Marry is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, that operates a web and mobile application focused on providing consumer services related to weddings. The platform specializes in collecting and utilizing data concerning marriage, childbirth, and childcare to create support systems that assist residents in East Asian cities with marrying, giving birth, and raising children. By leveraging this data, How to Marry aims to facilitate the preparation for first marriages and enhance the overall experience for couples planning their weddings.
Alchemyth
Venture Round in 2016
Founded in 2016, Alchemyth specializes in manufacturing eco-friendly chemical materials for packaging food and electronics. Its innovative gas barrier films are designed to be biodegradable and compostable within specified timeframes.
WashApp Korea
Seed Round in 2015
WashApp Korea Inc. offers laundry cleaning services through its mobile application, catering to both individual consumers and commercial clients. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company focuses on providing a convenient and efficient online laundry solution, including a specialized service known as "Clean the Basket." This service is designed to effectively respond to the needs of corporate customers, ensuring reliable and timely laundry assistance.
Tenping is a South Korean company founded in 2015 that specializes in mobile advertising networks, focusing on enhancing the visibility of advertisements across various platforms, including mobile messengers, social networking services, and community websites. The company provides a performance marketing platform that allows advertisers to release content in a native format, distributing it effectively across social networks, blogs, and mobile applications. Tenping's technology enables real-time measurement and evaluation of advertising performance, allowing marketers to analyze audience behavior and manage advertising efficiency effectively. Since its inception, Tenping has garnered the use of over 100 advertising companies, successfully launching more than 600 advertising campaigns.
Keypair is a fintech company that specializes in developing near-field communication (NFC) enabled cards designed to enhance security for financial transactions. Founded in September 2011 and located in Seongnam, South Korea, Keypair's products integrate hardware security modules and public key infrastructure, offering a one-time password authentication service through smartphones. This innovative approach has gained significant traction, with approximately 75% of banks in Korea opting for Keypair's authentication services. The company aims to support over 10 million users in Korea, having received government endorsement as a standard for secure transactions. Keypair's solutions are positioned as effective safeguards against financial fraud, making them applicable in various sectors such as eCommerce and eGovernment. The leadership team includes co-founders JY Lee and Kevin Lee, both of whom bring extensive experience in technology and marketing.
Tenping
Seed Round in 2015
Tenping is a South Korean company founded in 2015 that specializes in mobile advertising networks, focusing on enhancing the visibility of advertisements across various platforms, including mobile messengers, social networking services, and community websites. The company provides a performance marketing platform that allows advertisers to release content in a native format, distributing it effectively across social networks, blogs, and mobile applications. Tenping's technology enables real-time measurement and evaluation of advertising performance, allowing marketers to analyze audience behavior and manage advertising efficiency effectively. Since its inception, Tenping has garnered the use of over 100 advertising companies, successfully launching more than 600 advertising campaigns.
12cm, Inc. is a South Korean company based in Bundangdong, Kyonggi-do, that operates echoss, a cloud-based O2O (online-to-offline) service platform designed to facilitate connections between offline and mobile environments. The echoss platform features a range of tools, including smart stamps for transmitting information via mobile touchscreens, a software development kit (SDK) for application development, and a certification center that ensures security and monitors for fraud. Additionally, the platform encompasses various components such as mobile plugins, commerce services, and coupon services. 12cm extends its offerings to include membership programs, promotional activities, mobile certification, and utility services, as well as its proprietary echoss stamp products, providing businesses with innovative solutions for certification and loyalty marketing.
WineSOFT Inc. is a software company specializing in internet infrastructure solutions, with operations in both Seoul and Irvine, California. Founded in 2010, the company aims to enhance internet performance and capabilities. WineSOFT offers a range of products, including the STON Edge Server, STON Media Server, STON Ad-Sticker Server, and STON Caching Filesystem. These solutions cater to diverse needs, such as media streaming, content integration for publishers, and transforming application servers into scalable systems. With a foundation built on expertise in TCP/IP, VPN, SSL, peer-to-peer technologies, and live streaming, WineSOFT continues to innovate in the field of internet infrastructure.
Urbanbase
Seed Round in 2015
Urbanbase Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2014 that specializes in a design platform transforming two-dimensional floor plans into three-dimensional models. The company offers patented technology that allows for the rapid creation of 3D, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) representations of interior spaces. Urbanbase provides a B2C VR home furnishing platform and an AR mobile application aimed at enhancing the interior design experience. Additionally, the company delivers B2B solutions, including internally developed 3D, AR, and VR APIs tailored for various industries such as real estate, home design, and retail. Urbanbase's clientele includes notable companies like LG, iLoom, and Daelim, along with over 40 other interior and furniture businesses.
The Beatpacking Company
Series B in 2015
The Beatpacking Company is a prominent provider of ad-supported music streaming services in South Korea, operating a mobile application known as BEAT. The company specializes in developing a social mobile music streaming platform that allows users to access a diverse range of music tailored to their genre preferences. By focusing on mobile devices and smartphones, The Beatpacking Company offers a user-friendly experience that caters to the evolving needs of music listeners in the region.
Qliq
Venture Round in 2015
Qliq is a manufacturer of smartwatches and wearable devices, established in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam, Gyeonggi, South Korea. The company specializes in creating products that incorporate SOS functionality, catering to the growing demand for emergency calling services. Its product catalog features GPS tracker watches, keyrings, and necklaces, primarily designed to enhance safety for vulnerable groups such as women, the elderly, and children. By focusing on innovative wearable technology, Qliq aims to provide reliable solutions that promote security and peace of mind for its users.
GPCR Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2015
GPCR Therapeutics is a clinical-stage international biopharmaceutical company that develops therapeutics based on proprietary GPCR data. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company focuses on cancer by designing innovative drugs that target GPCR heteromers. It seeks to address unmet medical needs through novel approaches to GPCR targeting.
Mobil Factory
Series B in 2014
Mobil Factory is a mobile video game development company located in Seoul, Korea, established in 2012. The company focuses on creating interactive social gaming experiences through its digital platform, catering to the growing demand for mobile gaming services. With a commitment to innovation, Mobil Factory aims to enhance user engagement and enjoyment in the gaming industry.
Fakedice
Seed Round in 2014
Fakedice is a game development studio based in Seongnam, South Korea, founded in 2015. Formerly known as Codebrush, the studio specializes in creating and publishing games, including DICETINY, a turn-based card and board game. In addition to its game development efforts, Fakedice operates an online community that offers insights and expertise in online gambling, providing users with current information and updates about the gambling industry.
12cm, Inc. is a South Korean company based in Bundangdong, Kyonggi-do, that operates echoss, a cloud-based O2O (online-to-offline) service platform designed to facilitate connections between offline and mobile environments. The echoss platform features a range of tools, including smart stamps for transmitting information via mobile touchscreens, a software development kit (SDK) for application development, and a certification center that ensures security and monitors for fraud. Additionally, the platform encompasses various components such as mobile plugins, commerce services, and coupon services. 12cm extends its offerings to include membership programs, promotional activities, mobile certification, and utility services, as well as its proprietary echoss stamp products, providing businesses with innovative solutions for certification and loyalty marketing.
Drama & Company
Seed Round in 2014
Founded in June 2013, Drama & Company specializes in mobile business card solutions. Its flagship product, Profeel.me, allows users to create and share personalized business cards via smartphone, featuring images, profiles, social media links, and seamless sharing across platforms like Kakao Talk. Additionally, the company offers Remember app for scanning, sorting, and storing business cards securely.
Lion Games
Series B in 2014
Lion Games Corp. is a South Korean online game development company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seoul. The company specializes in creating multiplayer online role-playing games (MORPGs), with a notable title being "Soul Worker." Lion Games focuses on delivering engaging gaming experiences to a global audience, characterized by its unique artistic style that depicts a ruined, sensuous visual world. The games invite players to immerse themselves in animated environments and partake in monster combat, appealing to those who enjoy dynamic and captivating gameplay.
Casual Steps
Series A in 2014
Casual Steps is an e-commerce company that operates Snapshop, a platform designed to facilitate cross-border shopping, initially catering to Korean consumers seeking fashion products from the United States. The company's portal features a diverse array of consumer products across various categories, allowing customers to select items according to their preferences. Casual Steps provides multiple payment options, including cash on delivery, credit and debit card transactions, and net banking, ensuring a convenient shopping experience for its users.
Merlot Laboratories
Series B in 2014
Merlot Laboratories Inc. is a manufacturer of LED-based lighting products, including bulbs, floodlights, tube lights, and downlights. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company specializes in advanced lighting solutions, offering proprietary chips such as the M1000 and M3500, which are designed for both bulbs and high-power applications.
Coinplug, Inc. is a South Korean company established in 2013 that specializes in blockchain technology and offers a range of services and solutions. It operates a cryptocurrency exchange platform known as CPDAX, along with an electronic wallet service and an online point-of-sale solution. Coinplug also provides Metadium, a verification platform utilizing blockchain technology, and CP Cube, which serves as a B2B platform for blockchain and public key infrastructure services. Additionally, the company offers SBI Cosmoney, an international remittance service, and CP Solution, a blockchain platform for identity verification. With a strong focus on innovation, Coinplug has developed over 300 blockchain patents and is dedicated to advancing solutions in areas such as identity and authentication, payment processing, and asset management.
NPIE Games
Seed Round in 2014
NPIE Games is a South Korean startup located in Seongnam, Kyonggi-do, focused on mobile first-person shooter (FPS) game development. The company aims to revive the essence of arcade gaming by creating engaging arcade shooting games characterized by intuitive controls and immersive gameplay mechanics. Players can experience real 3D shooting experiences and participate in boss battles set in ancient ruins worldwide. NPIE Games enhances its offerings with voice-overs by Hollywood actors, allowing gamers to virtually explore renowned historical sites while competing against players globally.
Wider Planet
Series C in 2014
Founded in Seoul, South Korea in 2010, Wider Planet operates advertising platforms globally. It analyzes digital users' preferences and interests using big data to deliver targeted marketing and advertisement contents. The company offers a demand-side platform for categorized user information, a data management platform for holistic behavioral data analysis, real-time bidding platform, and an SSP advertising tool. Additionally, it provides display and mobile advertising services.
Qualson Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, is a developer of mobile language learning applications. The company specializes in innovative educational services, particularly focused on English learning. Through its mobile platform, Qualson delivers engaging and interactive content that allows users to learn English in an enjoyable manner, leveraging real-world context. The company has attracted investment from notable firms, reflecting its growth and potential in the language education market.
DaDa Soft
Series A in 2014
DaDa Soft is a Korean company that develops and distributes software for its clients. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Seoul, Seoul-t’ukpyolsi. It operates as a subsidiary of PATI Games Corporation.
Polygon Games
Series A in 2014
Polygon Games is a Korean game developer based in Seoul, specializing in online multiplayer games for global markets. Founded in 2008, the company is known for its development of ASTA: The War of Tears and Winds, an upcoming massively multiplayer online role-playing game. With a focus on creating engaging gaming experiences, Polygon Games aims to cater to diverse audiences worldwide.
The Beatpacking Company
Series A in 2014
The Beatpacking Company is a prominent provider of ad-supported music streaming services in South Korea, operating a mobile application known as BEAT. The company specializes in developing a social mobile music streaming platform that allows users to access a diverse range of music tailored to their genre preferences. By focusing on mobile devices and smartphones, The Beatpacking Company offers a user-friendly experience that caters to the evolving needs of music listeners in the region.
iFunFactory
Acquisition in 2014
Founded in May 2013, iFunFactory specializes in providing backend platforms for mobile game services. Its core products include iFunEngine (a mobile game server framework), iFun Cloud (game-specific Platform-as-a-Service cloud), and iFun Map Editor (a map editor for mobile games). Based in Seongnam, South Korea, the company aims to minimize development overhead, allowing game developers to focus on content creation while providing essential services like game servers and back-end processors.
iFunFactory
Series A in 2014
Founded in May 2013, iFunFactory specializes in providing backend platforms for mobile game services. Its core products include iFunEngine (a mobile game server framework), iFun Cloud (game-specific Platform-as-a-Service cloud), and iFun Map Editor (a map editor for mobile games). Based in Seongnam, South Korea, the company aims to minimize development overhead, allowing game developers to focus on content creation while providing essential services like game servers and back-end processors.
SN Mobile Technology
Series A in 2014
SN Mobile Technology Inc. is a South Korean company established in 2006 that specializes in the development of games for smartphones. Based in Seoul, the company focuses on creating interactive social games across various genres, including simulation, action, arcade, and puzzles. By offering a diverse array of mobile games, SN Mobile Technology aims to engage customers and enhance their gaming experience on mobile platforms.
ChannelBreeze
Series B in 2014
ChannelBreeze (채널브리즈) is a Korean company that provides social commerce services through an online platform including social network services.
ChannelBreeze also provides search engine-based web services for real estate.
Iamcompany
Series A in 2014
Iamcompany is a South Korea-based student startup affiliated with the KAIST Midam committee, focusing on enhancing educational engagement through internet-based technologies. The company's primary objective is to unlock students' potential by bridging communication between educational institutions and caregivers. It has developed a mobile application, 'iamschool', which delivers news and updates from various educational institutions directly to students' caregivers, allowing them to follow and stay informed about their chosen institutions. Additionally, Iamcompany offers 'iamclass', a web service that directly communicates institutional information to caregivers while also advertising educational services to their target audience. By facilitating better information flow, Iamcompany aims to create a more supportive learning environment for students in South Korea.
Iamcompany
Acquisition in 2014
Iamcompany is a South Korea-based student startup affiliated with the KAIST Midam committee, focusing on enhancing educational engagement through internet-based technologies. The company's primary objective is to unlock students' potential by bridging communication between educational institutions and caregivers. It has developed a mobile application, 'iamschool', which delivers news and updates from various educational institutions directly to students' caregivers, allowing them to follow and stay informed about their chosen institutions. Additionally, Iamcompany offers 'iamclass', a web service that directly communicates institutional information to caregivers while also advertising educational services to their target audience. By facilitating better information flow, Iamcompany aims to create a more supportive learning environment for students in South Korea.
Flintgames
Series A in 2014
Flintgames is an online platform that creates video games for its users. It is based in Seoul, Seoul-t’ukpyolsi.
NHN Edu
Seed Round in 2014
NHN Edu Corp. is an online educational services provider based in Seongnam, South Korea. The company specializes in designing and developing web and mobile platforms that enhance the educational experience. Its key offerings include IMS School, IMT, Union, and Pink Diary, which support teachers in managing classes and facilitating communication with parents. These platforms assist educators in monitoring student behavior and creating an effective learning environment. NHN Edu is committed to improving the quality of education through innovative technology solutions.
Loadcomplete
Series B in 2014
Loadcomplete is a South Korean developer of social and mobile games, founded in December 2009. The company specializes in creating engaging games for light-core to mid-core audiences, utilizing the latest technologies to foster a social gaming environment. Its notable titles include Tap Tap Heroes, Disco Panda, Bumping Bears, Play Kale, Trino, and Blue Heart, all available on iOS and Android platforms. Through its innovative approach, Loadcomplete aims to provide enjoyable gaming experiences that resonate with enthusiasts.
Drama & Company
Seed Round in 2014
Founded in June 2013, Drama & Company specializes in mobile business card solutions. Its flagship product, Profeel.me, allows users to create and share personalized business cards via smartphone, featuring images, profiles, social media links, and seamless sharing across platforms like Kakao Talk. Additionally, the company offers Remember app for scanning, sorting, and storing business cards securely.
Drama & Company
Acquisition in 2014
Founded in June 2013, Drama & Company specializes in mobile business card solutions. Its flagship product, Profeel.me, allows users to create and share personalized business cards via smartphone, featuring images, profiles, social media links, and seamless sharing across platforms like Kakao Talk. Additionally, the company offers Remember app for scanning, sorting, and storing business cards securely.
Dadam Game
Seed Round in 2014
Dadam Game is a gaming platform based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in providing innovative online games. The company focuses on the development of 2D action games, catering to users looking for social strategy and story-based gaming experiences. By enhancing gameplay with advanced special effects, Dadam Game aims to engage players and deliver a unique gaming experience.
Between
Funding Round in 2014
Between is a mobile application developed by VCNC, a South Korean company founded in 2011. The app is designed specifically for couples, allowing them to create, share, and preserve their special moments together. By focusing on enhancing offline social relationships, Between offers a private space for couples to communicate, share photos, and document important milestones. It is available for download on both the iTunes Store and Google Play Market, making it accessible to a wide audience. Through its user-friendly interface, Between aims to strengthen emotional connections between partners by providing tools that facilitate meaningful interactions and memories.
NtoS Games
Seed Round in 2014
NtoS Games (엔토스 게임즈) is a Korean software company focused on developing military-based mobile games such as Navy Field, Pearl Harbor, Navy Field 2, and more.
Owlogue is a game studio based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the development of anime-themed mobile games. The company produces a diverse range of titles aimed at gaming enthusiasts, with notable releases including Mandrake Girls Garden and Wonder Diver. By focusing on engaging content and appealing aesthetics, Owlogue seeks to provide unique gaming experiences to its audience.
Brich
Venture Round in 2014
Brich is an online-to-offline (O2O) service that specializes in delivering the latest Korean fashion trends. Launched a year ago, the company operates a global integrated marketplace platform designed to assist local fashion boutiques in selling their products online. Brich streamlines the complexities of market entry by integrating various aspects of e-commerce, including product registration, order management, delivery processing, and customer service. This comprehensive approach enables customers to easily search for items and explore a wide range of brands, enhancing their shopping experience while supporting local boutiques.
8Percent
Venture Round in 2014
8Percent is a prominent online financial services provider in South Korea, specializing in peer-to-peer lending. The company operates a platform that connects small investors with borrowers, allowing individuals to fund loans directly. This innovative model enables borrowers to repay loans monthly, providing investors with an opportunity to earn interest returns averaging around eight percent. By leveraging advanced evaluation systems and technology, 8Percent offers high-yield financial products, contributing to a healthier public finance landscape while enhancing investment options for its clients.
I.M is a South Korea-based manufacturer specializing in optical technology-based electronic components. In addition to its core focus on electronic parts, the company also offers a range of skincare products, which includes moisturizing lotions, creams, makeup removers, face washes, makeup primers with sun protection, and lip moisturizing treatments. Furthermore, I.M develops beauty supplements to complement its cosmetic offerings, positioning itself as a player in the beauty and personal care industry. Through its diverse product lines, I.M aims to cater to various consumer needs within both technology and skincare markets.
WATCHA, Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seoul, specializing in online interactive media services. It initially gained popularity as a movie review application, becoming a favorite in Korea for its personalized recommendation technology. Users rate movies, allowing WATCHA to predict their preferences for unseen films. In addition to its review platform, WATCHA launched a subscription video-on-demand service called WATCHA PLAY in 2016, which offers a wide selection of movies and TV series accessible across various devices, including web browsers, mobile platforms, and smart TVs. The service is noted for its highly accurate content recommendations, with a significant portion of consumed content driven by these suggestions. WATCHA has also expanded its presence internationally, having launched in Japan in 2015.
Justnine Co. Ltd. is a mobile app development company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2005. The company specializes in the creation of online and new platform games, focusing on innovative gameplay experiences. One of its notable developments is the mobile game HELLKID: hook & jump, which showcases its commitment to engaging and entertaining users through interactive applications. Justnine aims to leverage technology to deliver high-quality gaming experiences to a diverse audience.
InnoCeed is a game development company located in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in arcade games. The company focuses on creating engaging and strategic gaming experiences centered around themes of wars and battles, along with third-party shooter games. By developing these interactive games, InnoCeed aims to cater to the preferences of the South Korean gaming community, offering players immersive and dynamic gameplay.
Ntrium Inc. is a manufacturer based in Hwaseong si, South Korea, specializing in customized nano material solutions across several industries, including electronics, biopharmaceuticals, and aerospace. Founded in 2013, the company produces a range of products such as electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding materials, thermal interface materials, and conductive particles for various applications, including mobile devices and 3D printing. Ntrium's innovative approach includes a unique spray process for EMI shielding that effectively blocks both high and low-frequency electromagnetic waves. Additionally, the company provides solutions for electric vehicle battery safety and licenses its technology for integration into diverse products.
WhiteOut is a gaming software developer based in South Korea, specializing in the creation of mobile games. The company focuses on delivering innovative gaming experiences to its users, leveraging advanced technology and creative design. With a commitment to quality and user engagement, WhiteOut aims to establish itself as a prominent player in the competitive mobile gaming industry.