Kakao Ventures

Kakao Ventures is one of the early-stage VCs in Korea, with a focus on everything mobile and software. Kakao Ventures believes in harnessing the power of startups to change their world. Their mission statement is to be the backers of smart entrepreneurs who set their courses, in the form of startups armed with a competitive edge, to solve real-world problems. Kakao Ventures specializes in helping entrepreneurs from super-early stages. They have a track record of identifying strong contenders and investing in startup teams at their nascency and also provide startups with access to the tightly-knit "Kakao Ventures Family" of portfolio companies that share the sense of camaraderie and DNA of game-changers.

Anne Ahn

Associate

Eddie Chang

Director

Mike Cho

Senior Associate

Shina Chung

CEO/Partner

Brian Jang

Director

Aiden Jang

Principal Associate

Jade Jung

Senior Associate

Jacob Kim

Principal Associate

Jun Kim

Partner

Inbae Lee

Principal

Matthew Park

Associate

Justin Shin

Associate

Ryan Won

Senior Director

Past deals in Eastern Asia

Datumo

Series A in 2022
SelectStar Inc. develops a cloud-based artificial intelligence data production platform. The company offers Cash Mission, an application that collects and analyze data and enables the users to get rewards for their tasks. Its platform connects the public and the enterprises and allows the users to produce the data accurately. The company caters to corporate clients. SelectStar Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Daejeon, South Korea.

Rebellions

Series A in 2022
Rebellions Inc specializes in developing artificial intelligence semiconductors that serve as full-stack alternatives for AI processing. The company focuses on creating genuine AI accelerators by effectively linking silicon architectures with deep learning algorithms. This is achieved by pushing the boundaries of algorithms to better utilize silicon resources and redesigning AI processors to include advanced deep learning features through dedicated silicon kernels. Rebellions aims to deliver domain-specific AI processors alongside optimized software, enabling clients to access powerful and energy-efficient AI hardware. Their innovative approach ensures seamless integration and enhanced performance, addressing the limitations of traditional AI chip designs.

Rebellions

Series A in 2022
Rebellions Inc specializes in developing artificial intelligence semiconductors that serve as full-stack alternatives for AI processing. The company focuses on creating genuine AI accelerators by effectively linking silicon architectures with deep learning algorithms. This is achieved by pushing the boundaries of algorithms to better utilize silicon resources and redesigning AI processors to include advanced deep learning features through dedicated silicon kernels. Rebellions aims to deliver domain-specific AI processors alongside optimized software, enabling clients to access powerful and energy-efficient AI hardware. Their innovative approach ensures seamless integration and enhanced performance, addressing the limitations of traditional AI chip designs.

21market

Series A in 2022
21market is a platform that purchases used electronics, inspects them, and upcycles the products. It repairs secondhand electronics and sells refurbished items. 21market is based in Seoul, South Korea.

RECON Labs

Series A in 2022
RECON Labs is a creator of a cloud-based artificial intelligence platform that makes it easier to transform 2D photographs into 3D ones. The business' virtual reality-based technology transforms photos into 3D models automatically to get a new method of buying, allowing customers and merchants to experience the online commerce sector to boost their happiness and lead to increase sales.

Pilleye

Seed Round in 2022
Medility, also known as Pilleye, is a mobile application that lets users count and keep track of pills.

Jaranda

Series B in 2022
Jaranda Co., Ltd. owns and operates a platform that integrates teachers, parents, and students. The company is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Swatch On

Venture Round in 2022
SWATCHON.COM was launched under the motive to provide a variety of unique, high-quality wholesale fabrics at a reasonable price. Their team is composed of young, creative, professional and motivated individuals crazy and passionate about fashion fabric. And they are here to help you find the perfect fabric for your collection. They assure that you will have great experiences with their personalized approach to each and every client.

Medb Korea

Seed Round in 2022
Medb Korea is a medical consumer, hospital, and pharmacy-focused online medical care and prescription drug delivery platform.. Medb Korea is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

Emocog

Seed Round in 2022
Emocog is a company focused on developing a digital therapeutic platform aimed at addressing cognitive impairment, particularly in dementia patients. The platform offers customized cognitive training to enhance memory and cognitive abilities for individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment. Emocog's technology incorporates offline capabilities and artificial intelligence-based speaker services to encourage behavioral and lifestyle changes among patients. Additionally, it provides medical professionals with software-based cognitive training regimens and diagnostic tools, facilitating a more effective approach to dementia treatment. By focusing on personalized cognitive interventions, Emocog aims to improve the quality of life for patients dealing with cognitive challenges.

Kinolights

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of movie and television show-based recommendation platform designed to help viewers choose what to watch. The company's OTT integrated application uses features like personalized recommendations based on traffic light evaluation and reviews and tells viewers which OTT platform is showing the searched media when they search for movies, dramas, animations and TV programs, enabling viewers to find the content that is right for them without wasting time searching each OTT platform.

Tidesquare

Venture Round in 2022
TIDESQUARE presents new standards of Life & Travel via outstanding human resources, infrastructure and premium service.

MORAI

Series B in 2022
MORAI Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a simulation platform designed to create three-dimensional virtual environments that closely mimic real road conditions. This platform is utilized to test and enhance autonomous driving algorithms, providing essential verification and validation solutions for autonomous vehicles. Additionally, MORAI offers datasets that support the development of advanced driving algorithms. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company also operates an office in San Francisco, California.

Neutune

Seed Round in 2021
A.I. Music Technology Company based in Seoul, South Korea

ARGO

Series A in 2021
ARGO provides a one-stop logistics system. ARGO not only manages orders and inventories but also foresees future demand to enhance efficiency for e-commerce operators.

Karrot Market

Series D in 2021
Carrots Market is a second-hand direct app for residents near you.

RECON Labs

Seed Round in 2021
RECON Labs is a creator of a cloud-based artificial intelligence platform that makes it easier to transform 2D photographs into 3D ones. The business' virtual reality-based technology transforms photos into 3D models automatically to get a new method of buying, allowing customers and merchants to experience the online commerce sector to boost their happiness and lead to increase sales.

Newneek

Series A in 2021
Newneek is a news website.

EVR Studio

Series C in 2021
EVR Studio is a virtual reality content development company based in Seoul, South Korea. The company specializes in creating immersive virtual worlds that blend real-life experiences with imaginative possibilities. It brings together professionals from diverse fields such as game development, visual effects, engineering, fashion, writing, and photography. Currently, EVR Studio is focused on developing virtual reality games, mobile VR streaming solutions, and creative media production, aiming to push the boundaries of VR technology and enhance user experiences.

Emocog

Seed Round in 2021
Emocog is a company focused on developing a digital therapeutic platform aimed at addressing cognitive impairment, particularly in dementia patients. The platform offers customized cognitive training to enhance memory and cognitive abilities for individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment. Emocog's technology incorporates offline capabilities and artificial intelligence-based speaker services to encourage behavioral and lifestyle changes among patients. Additionally, it provides medical professionals with software-based cognitive training regimens and diagnostic tools, facilitating a more effective approach to dementia treatment. By focusing on personalized cognitive interventions, Emocog aims to improve the quality of life for patients dealing with cognitive challenges.

39 degrees C

Seed Round in 2021
39 degrees C is the Media application development company providing ‘LILAY’ which is a multi-camera live streaming app and ‘feedeo’ which is a video making app with various stylish templates. LILAY, the featured app of our company, shares the camera screens between smartphones to realize a multi-camera without any other equipment. It allows real-time video shooting/transmission by using the mobile built-in technology called WiFi-Direct. It is the unique technology in the world and currently holds a lot of domestic and foreign patent licenses.

Korea Credit Data

Series C in 2021
Korea Credit Data Co., Ltd. is a software development company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in business management solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2016, the company offers its flagship product, CashNote, which enables users to manage card payment schedules, conduct customer analyses, monitor customer reviews, and perform tax invoice inquiries. Since its launch in April 2017, CashNote has gained significant traction, serving over 600,000 businesses in Korea and Japan. The platform leverages data and connections to enhance business operations, facilitating efficient transaction management and addressing the everyday challenges faced by its users.

Kinolights

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of movie and television show-based recommendation platform designed to help viewers choose what to watch. The company's OTT integrated application uses features like personalized recommendations based on traffic light evaluation and reviews and tells viewers which OTT platform is showing the searched media when they search for movies, dramas, animations and TV programs, enabling viewers to find the content that is right for them without wasting time searching each OTT platform.

Standigm

Series C in 2021
Standigm, Inc. is a South Korea-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in applying advanced artificial intelligence technologies to the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in drug discovery. The company focuses on drug repositioning, utilizing a sophisticated AI model to predict new indications for existing drugs by analyzing molecular features related to drug responses and uses. Standigm has successfully generated numerous drug candidates targeting various conditions, including cancers, Parkinson's disease, autism, and fatty liver diseases. By leveraging its AI-driven approach, Standigm aims to deliver practical benefits such as reducing time and costs in the drug discovery process while minimizing uncertainties typically associated with the development of new therapies.

Dable

Series C in 2021
Dable, Inc. is a South Korean company established in 2015 that operates an online content discovery platform utilizing big data. The company specializes in providing personalized content recommendation solutions and native advertising services, aiming to enhance user engagement through tailored product and content suggestions. By analyzing behavioral data from both online and offline interactions, Dable's platform enables businesses to create and edit content in real-time across various formats. This innovative approach not only helps clients increase page views and profitability but also seeks to enrich consumers' lifestyles by extending its personalization services beyond the digital realm. With a background in developing successful recommendation platforms, the team is focused on expanding its capabilities to meet the evolving needs of users and businesses alike.

LumanLab

Seed Round in 2021
LumanLab develops digital therapeutics to solve developmental delay problems.

Watcha

Venture Round in 2020
WATCHA - Launched in AUG 2012, it quickly became Korea’s favorite movie review app - Its core competency lies in personalized recommendation technology - once users rate movie, WATCHA predicts how they will like movies they haven’t yet seen - Now provides the widest and most accurate movie, TV show and book reviews - Launched in Japan in 2015 WATCHA PLAY - Launched in JAN 2016 - Subscription VOD service for movie and TV series available on multiple devices including Web, iOS/Android mobile and tablet, Samsung/LG Smart TV, Google Chromecast, Android TV - Provides extremely accurate personalized content recommendation, powered by WATCHA - 75% of content consumed based on recommendations Comment by Apple, App Store Editor Team “Thanks to its large volume of reliable review data collected from users, WATCHA PLAY can recommend contents that perfectly satisfy my taste. Please don’t waste your time in choosing what to watch. Trust WATCHA PLAY and Enjoy tonight”

ARGO

Venture Round in 2020
ARGO provides a one-stop logistics system. ARGO not only manages orders and inventories but also foresees future demand to enhance efficiency for e-commerce operators.

CHATIE

Venture Round in 2020
Eineblume Co., Ltd designs and develops Chatie application through which users can chat with each other. The company is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Rebellions

Seed Round in 2020
Rebellions Inc specializes in developing artificial intelligence semiconductors that serve as full-stack alternatives for AI processing. The company focuses on creating genuine AI accelerators by effectively linking silicon architectures with deep learning algorithms. This is achieved by pushing the boundaries of algorithms to better utilize silicon resources and redesigning AI processors to include advanced deep learning features through dedicated silicon kernels. Rebellions aims to deliver domain-specific AI processors alongside optimized software, enabling clients to access powerful and energy-efficient AI hardware. Their innovative approach ensures seamless integration and enhanced performance, addressing the limitations of traditional AI chip designs.

MORAI

Series A in 2020
MORAI Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a simulation platform designed to create three-dimensional virtual environments that closely mimic real road conditions. This platform is utilized to test and enhance autonomous driving algorithms, providing essential verification and validation solutions for autonomous vehicles. Additionally, MORAI offers datasets that support the development of advanced driving algorithms. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company also operates an office in San Francisco, California.

Neutune

Seed Round in 2020
A.I. Music Technology Company based in Seoul, South Korea

Veluga

Seed Round in 2020
Veluga is a membership service that provides regular delivery of craft beer and pairing night snack twice a month.

Spider Lab

Seed Round in 2020
Spider Lab Co., Ltd. develops an application that provides a book sharing service. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Datumo

Series A in 2020
SelectStar Inc. develops a cloud-based artificial intelligence data production platform. The company offers Cash Mission, an application that collects and analyze data and enables the users to get rewards for their tasks. Its platform connects the public and the enterprises and allows the users to produce the data accurately. The company caters to corporate clients. SelectStar Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Daejeon, South Korea.

Return Zero

Series A in 2020
Return Zero, Inc. develops an artificial intelligence (AI) based voice recognition application that converts phone dialogues into messenger chats. The company through its application provides audio phone messages conversion into messenger text services. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Vlogr

Seed Round in 2020
Vlogr is a SNS platform.

Impressivo

Venture Round in 2020
Impressivo, Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2012 that specializes in developing fabric 3D touch sensors aimed at enhancing user interaction with digital devices. These sensors are designed for various applications, including smart wearables, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, automotive systems, digital healthcare, and virtual and augmented reality interfaces. Impressivo's technology allows for pressure and multitouch sensitivity, enabling users to engage more intuitively with products and helping brands to create smarter devices.

Lunit

Series C in 2020
Lunit Inc. is a South Korean company that specializes in developing advanced algorithms for medical image analysis and general object detection using machine learning technology. The firm focuses on areas such as digital chest X-ray, digital mammography, digital pathology, and fundus photography. By leveraging cutting-edge deep learning techniques, Lunit aims to assist physicians in making accurate and efficient clinical decisions. The company has demonstrated its expertise in image recognition, having ranked among the top five in the ImageNet Challenge, a prominent competition in the field. Lunit's technology is notable for its ability to utilize weakly labeled data, enhancing its pattern recognition capabilities. Supported by significant venture capital investments, Lunit is actively engaged in large-scale research collaborations with major university hospitals in South Korea, reflecting its strong reception within the medical community.

Timetree

Venture Round in 2019
TimeTree, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Shinjuku, Japan, develops a calendar-sharing application aimed at helping families and groups manage their schedules effectively. The application allows users to share calendars with various groups, facilitating communication and collaboration among family members, partners, friends, and colleagues. Users can coordinate events through a single calendar while having the option to create multiple calendars. Additionally, the platform enables users to post schedule messages and photos via links and email, making it easier to accommodate events based on individual interests and availability. TimeTree's focus is on organizing busy lives and fostering connections through shared scheduling.

Skelter Labs

Series B in 2019
Skelter Labs Inc. develops artificial intelligence based applications. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

ONDA

Series A in 2019
T Port Inc. is an accommodation management platform. T Port Inc.'s real-time reservation management book can easily manage all bookings on the computer or smartphone anytime, anywhere.

Remake Digital

Seed Round in 2019
Remake Digital Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that specializes in digital marketing services, particularly in performance marketing. Founded in 2018 and based in Seoul, the company develops an AI-driven platform known as CROLO, which automates the design of advertisement banners. By utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision, natural language processing, and data analytics, Remake Digital aims to streamline the ad design process, reducing both time and costs for advertisers while enhancing ad performance through data-driven insights. This innovative approach allows clients to benefit from high-quality, efficient advertising solutions tailored to their needs.

Smart Radar System

Series A in 2019
Smart Radar System (SRS) is a pioneer in the field of 4D image radar. Having specialized in radar technology for more than three years, SRS is developing the world's first 4D image radar, RETINA, with sub 1 degree angular resolution and 360 degree surround view.

Datumo

Seed Round in 2019
SelectStar Inc. develops a cloud-based artificial intelligence data production platform. The company offers Cash Mission, an application that collects and analyze data and enables the users to get rewards for their tasks. Its platform connects the public and the enterprises and allows the users to produce the data accurately. The company caters to corporate clients. SelectStar Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Daejeon, South Korea.

Jaranda

Series A in 2019
Jaranda Co., Ltd. owns and operates a platform that integrates teachers, parents, and students. The company is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Vlogr

Seed Round in 2019
Vlogr is a SNS platform.

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.

Standigm

Series B in 2019
Standigm, Inc. is a South Korea-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in applying advanced artificial intelligence technologies to the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in drug discovery. The company focuses on drug repositioning, utilizing a sophisticated AI model to predict new indications for existing drugs by analyzing molecular features related to drug responses and uses. Standigm has successfully generated numerous drug candidates targeting various conditions, including cancers, Parkinson's disease, autism, and fatty liver diseases. By leveraging its AI-driven approach, Standigm aims to deliver practical benefits such as reducing time and costs in the drug discovery process while minimizing uncertainties typically associated with the development of new therapies.

Terra

Corporate Round in 2019
Terra is a price-stable cryptocurrency designed for mass adoption. It builds financial infrastructure for the next generation of decentralized applications. Terra is backed by Luna, a decentralized asset that derives its value from transaction fees collected on the Terra network. Much like the moon stabilizes the earth’s rotation, Luna is Terra's eternal guardian of stability.

CHATIE

Venture Round in 2019
Eineblume Co., Ltd designs and develops Chatie application through which users can chat with each other. The company is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Lunimedia

Venture Round in 2019
Lunimedia Corporation is a South Korean company that operates a digital distribution platform for PC games. Established in 2017 and based in Seoul, the company offers its services through Lunipark, which provides access to PC cafes across the country. This platform serves as a vital resource for PC game developers, facilitating the distribution and promotion of their games in the Korean market.

Open The Table

Venture Round in 2019
Open the Table

MobileToong

Seed Round in 2019
MobileToong

Travel Wallet

Seed Round in 2019
Developer of a mobile-based foreign currency platform designed to provide digital travel wallet services. The company's platform includes a currency exchange service, real-time exchange rates, an exchange rate calculator, local cash pick-up, physical card issuance, and an exchange rate graph, enabling tourists and business travelers to get fast and easy money exchange service at a competitive rate compared to retail banks.

Social Bean

Seed Round in 2019
Manufacturing, baby products

Sugarhill

Series B in 2018
Sugarhill is a Korean company that develops a commercial real estate platform called Nemo.

WhaTap Inc.

Series A in 2018
WhaTap Inc. is a South Korean company that designs and develops cloud-based software for server and database monitoring. Its platform offers real-time alerts to users, enabling them to identify potential risks or malfunctions across various devices, including PCs, mobile devices, and Apple Watches. The company's focus is on providing a business-to-business service monitoring solution that enhances operational efficiency through proactive management of IT systems.

Timetree

Venture Round in 2018
TimeTree, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Shinjuku, Japan, develops a calendar-sharing application aimed at helping families and groups manage their schedules effectively. The application allows users to share calendars with various groups, facilitating communication and collaboration among family members, partners, friends, and colleagues. Users can coordinate events through a single calendar while having the option to create multiple calendars. Additionally, the platform enables users to post schedule messages and photos via links and email, making it easier to accommodate events based on individual interests and availability. TimeTree's focus is on organizing busy lives and fostering connections through shared scheduling.

Educast

Venture Round in 2018
EdTech

Limese

Venture Round in 2018
Limese Corp. is a South Korean company that specializes in the manufacture and retail of skincare products. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Seoul, Limese offers a range of items designed to enhance skin health and appearance, including the Limesse Purifying Ampoule, Remese Energizing Ampoule, Limesse Brightening Ampoule, Limesse Super Tasker Cream, and Remesse Face Mask Real Brightening & Glow Up. The company primarily sells its products through online channels, catering to a growing e-commerce market in the beauty and skincare industry.

Skelter Labs

Series A in 2018
Skelter Labs Inc. develops artificial intelligence based applications. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

LetinAR

Series A in 2018
LetinAR Co., Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in the development of augmented reality (AR) smart glasses. The company has introduced innovative technology known as PinMR™ lens, which addresses common limitations of existing AR products, such as bulkiness and inadequate functionality. LetinAR's proprietary pin mirror technology reflects light from a microdisplay and directs it into users' pupils using the pinhole effect, allowing for enhanced optic control during AR experiences. By focusing on creating lightweight, user-friendly designs, LetinAR aims to provide a seamless integration of augmented reality into everyday life, effectively replacing traditional smartphone displays with advanced smart glasses.

Laftel

Venture Round in 2018
Laftel Inc. is a company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2014, that operates a digital comics service platform. It develops a mobile app and web service that gathers and analyzes the comic preferences of its users to provide tailored recommendations for comic works available across various platforms. In addition to its focus on comics, Laftel also offers an online animation video streaming service, featuring a range of animated shows and videos in categories such as action, adventure, music, and sports. This dual approach enables Laftel to cater to diverse entertainment preferences, enhancing user engagement and satisfaction.

Logispot

Series A in 2018
LOGISPOT Co., Ltd. provides inland freight transportation services to companies ranging from large enterprises to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Korea. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Tripstore

Series A in 2018
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.

VITCON

Series A in 2018
VITCON Inc. is a South Korean company specializing in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. The company develops MODLINK, an innovative built-in controller that integrates advanced software and hardware technology. This product allows users, including those without software engineering backgrounds, to easily configure and utilize IoT applications. Additionally, VITCON offers a platform for machine management that leverages artificial intelligence to monitor and control mechanical equipment. This platform enables users to remotely manage machinery in various environments, such as factories and farms, through smartphone applications, providing a user-friendly interface for real-time monitoring and control.

Lunit

Series B in 2018
Lunit Inc. is a South Korean company that specializes in developing advanced algorithms for medical image analysis and general object detection using machine learning technology. The firm focuses on areas such as digital chest X-ray, digital mammography, digital pathology, and fundus photography. By leveraging cutting-edge deep learning techniques, Lunit aims to assist physicians in making accurate and efficient clinical decisions. The company has demonstrated its expertise in image recognition, having ranked among the top five in the ImageNet Challenge, a prominent competition in the field. Lunit's technology is notable for its ability to utilize weakly labeled data, enhancing its pattern recognition capabilities. Supported by significant venture capital investments, Lunit is actively engaged in large-scale research collaborations with major university hospitals in South Korea, reflecting its strong reception within the medical community.

RippleAI

Seed Round in 2018
RippleAI develops an artificial intelligence that understands various kinds of customer data online (videos, photos, voices, emoticons, etc.) and elicits responses. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Karrot Market

Series B in 2018
Carrots Market is a second-hand direct app for residents near you.

Tevaluewise

Series A in 2018
Tevaluewise is the Korea's No.1 instructor evaluation platform. Civil servant exam, How long do you want to listen to your friend, school, and pick a teacher? starteacher.co.kr Korean government officials lecturer evaluation all together! No.1 civil servant teacher evaluation platform in Korea, different teacher

Tevaluewise

Seed Round in 2018
Tevaluewise is the Korea's No.1 instructor evaluation platform. Civil servant exam, How long do you want to listen to your friend, school, and pick a teacher? starteacher.co.kr Korean government officials lecturer evaluation all together! No.1 civil servant teacher evaluation platform in Korea, different teacher

Dable

Series B in 2018
Dable, Inc. is a South Korean company established in 2015 that operates an online content discovery platform utilizing big data. The company specializes in providing personalized content recommendation solutions and native advertising services, aiming to enhance user engagement through tailored product and content suggestions. By analyzing behavioral data from both online and offline interactions, Dable's platform enables businesses to create and edit content in real-time across various formats. This innovative approach not only helps clients increase page views and profitability but also seeks to enrich consumers' lifestyles by extending its personalization services beyond the digital realm. With a background in developing successful recommendation platforms, the team is focused on expanding its capabilities to meet the evolving needs of users and businesses alike.

Swatch On

Seed Round in 2018
SWATCHON.COM was launched under the motive to provide a variety of unique, high-quality wholesale fabrics at a reasonable price. Their team is composed of young, creative, professional and motivated individuals crazy and passionate about fashion fabric. And they are here to help you find the perfect fabric for your collection. They assure that you will have great experiences with their personalized approach to each and every client.

The Clozet

Seed Round in 2018
THE CLOZET is a fashion sharing service aiming to be Airbnb for fashion. THE CLOZET makes profit by connecting its individual customers with fashion items which are not used often and allows them to borrow the items from other users at reasonable prices. THE CLOZET also gives the concierge service such as delivery, cleaning, maintenance which can make it the most seamless fashion sharing service.

BRUNT.CO,.LTD

Series A in 2018
Brunt. Co. Ltd. designs and manufactures Internet of things (IoT) based smart home hardware and software. It manufactures Brunt Blind Engine, a device that transforms standard home blinds into smart electric blinds; Brunt PowerStation, a stationary multifunctional device that supplies electricity in a variety of ways; Brunt Plug, a product that controls the power of various electric devices via smartphone; Brunt WIFI Router, a wi-fi router; and Brunt Cord, a portable USB and AC power strip. The company also develops software solutions, including Brunt Sky, an IoT operating server platform that allows remote smartphone control of devices, analyzes the usage patterns of these devices, and helps them learn and act on their own; and Brunt App, a smartphone application that provides remote control and monitoring functions for connected hardware devices. Brunt. Co. Ltd. was founded in 2015 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Kodebox

Seed Round in 2018
A blockchain technology company on a mission to create and enable smarter asset management systems.

Grepp

Seed Round in 2017
Grepp, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in smart developer recruitment and software training solutions. The company aims to enhance the competitiveness of developers by facilitating educational opportunities, problem-solving exchanges, and career guidance. Grepp supports individuals in understanding the value of software, fostering creative problem-solving skills from an early age. By connecting talented developers with companies, Grepp helps them pursue their career aspirations while enabling organizations to assemble skilled teams capable of delivering high-value software solutions.

MARS Auto

Seed Round in 2017
MARS AUTO INC. develops artificial intelligence (AI) based autonomous navigation software that combines with trucks for freight transport. The company reduces manpower and cost structure of existing freight forwarding business by activating autonomous driving trucks in South Korea. It also collects necessary data for development through ongoing simulation and actual testing. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Sugarhill

Series A in 2017
Sugarhill is a Korean company that develops a commercial real estate platform called Nemo.

Baum

Series A in 2017
Baum provides electronic design automation (EDA) software and solutions that enable engineering groups in the automotive, internet of things (IoT), mobile, networking and server markets to fully optimize the energy efficiency of their semiconductor designs. Founded in 2016 by seasoned semiconductor professionals with technical, R&D and business development expertise, Baum is privately held and funded.

Cochl

Seed Round in 2017
Cochl is a research-oriented company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in Machine Listening technology. Founded in 2017, the company aims to enhance audio signal processing beyond traditional speech recognition, enabling AI systems to comprehend a wide range of non-verbal sounds, such as animal noises, laughter, and alarms. This technology has applications across various sectors, including smart home devices, robotics, automotive industries, and search engines. Cochl's contributions to the field have garnered recognition, including being named a top AI startup in autonomous systems by NVIDIA and achieving accolades in the prestigious IEEE DCASE competition. The co-founders of Cochl include Donmoon Lee, Hyungui Lim, Il-young Jeong, Jeongsoo Park, Subin Lee, and Yoonchang Han.

Bob Games

Seed Round in 2017
A Social casino game developer.

Mini School

Seed Round in 2017
Mini School EduTech

TOROOC

Venture Round in 2017
At TOROOC, we build intelligent biped robots using various A.I. and motion technologies. Since its foundation in 2012, we have prepared the era of 'a robot in every home'. We finally introduce our first robot LiKU, a social robot designed to live with you. Starting with LiKU, we plan to bring more advanced robots to the world to make our lives better.

Weekly Shirts

Seed Round in 2017
Weekly Shirts is a clothing rental service startup in South Korea. It was formed to to relieve busy male workers’ stress for outfit. It operates ‘door-to-door delivery’ system that users can get used shirts changed with new shirts by hanging the used one on the door hand. Monthly delivery fee is $49 and the service is available in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do. Subscribers have a couple of options. With ‘Weekly Shirts’, they receive various types of dress shirts selected by the Weekly Shirts team. With ‘My Personalized Shirts,’ subscribers receive shirts that tailor to each subscriber’s taste and preferences. Since the launch, the number of subscribers has grown by 40% every month. The service was launched in October 2016.

Cochl

Seed Round in 2017
Cochl is a research-oriented company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in Machine Listening technology. Founded in 2017, the company aims to enhance audio signal processing beyond traditional speech recognition, enabling AI systems to comprehend a wide range of non-verbal sounds, such as animal noises, laughter, and alarms. This technology has applications across various sectors, including smart home devices, robotics, automotive industries, and search engines. Cochl's contributions to the field have garnered recognition, including being named a top AI startup in autonomous systems by NVIDIA and achieving accolades in the prestigious IEEE DCASE competition. The co-founders of Cochl include Donmoon Lee, Hyungui Lim, Il-young Jeong, Jeongsoo Park, Subin Lee, and Yoonchang Han.

DeepValidation

Seed Round in 2017
DeepValidation is an artificial intelligence platform.

Wonders

Series A in 2017
Wonders Co.,Ltd. provides logistics and delivery solutions for its customers. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.