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Wed, October 16, 2024

Korean Startups’ 2024 Gangnam Global Roadshow in USA: Join the Exclusive Demo Day on October 29

The Korean startup ecosystem is flourishing, fueled by innovation and significant government support. This momentum has made Korea a global hotspot for investors, with exceptional growth potential. Recognizing this surge, the  Korea Venture Business Association (KOVA), and beSUCCESS Media Group are proudly bringing a delegation of Korea’s top startups to the…
by Aditi Dave . 16 Oct 2024

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Why Your Team Will Be the Winner in the Industry: Korean Startups Receive Expert Pitching Guidance from James Wang at Creative Ventures 

Eleven trailblazing South Korean SaaS (Software as a Service) startups visited Silicon Valley on September 26-27, 2024, under the aegis…

by Dae-jung Park . 14 Oct 2024
Korean SaaS Showcase 2024: South Korean Cloud Innovators  Deliver Groundbreaking Success in Silicon Valley

The Korean SaaS Showcase, held on September 26th and 27th, 2024, at the Santa Clara Marriott Hotel, has left an…

by Vallabh Rao . 9 Oct 2024
Announcing Global Content Insight 2024: A Premier Networking Event for Global and K-Content Industry Leaders

The Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) is excited to announce Global Content Insight 2024, a landmark event that brings together…

by Jinju Jeon . 6 Oct 2024
Ulsan ICT Promotion and Gangwon Agencies Achieve Major Success at IFA 2024, Securing $26 Million in Export Consultations

The Gangwon Information and Culture Industry Promotion Agency, in collaboration with the Daegu Digital Innovation Promotion Agency, Jeju Technopark, and…

by Dae-jung Park . 30 Sep 2024
Korean Startups to Showcase Innovation in the USA: Exclusive Investment Opportunities Await at October 2024 Gangnam Global Roadshow

The Korean startup ecosystem is experiencing rapid growth, driven by a surge of innovation and substantial government support. As a…

by Vallabh Rao . 30 Sep 2024
Unleashing SaaS Innovation: Join Dubai’s Cloud Revolution with South Korea’s Leading Tech Trailblazers from October 13-16, 2024

For years, the Middle East’s startup ecosystem looked primarily to the West for investment, inspiration, and growth. However, as geopolitical…

by Aditi Dave . 27 Sep 2024
Duwing: Provides SaaS-based educational content with collaborative tools based on created AI

As the educational landscape continues to shift towards digital environments, Korean startup ehanCreative (CEO Jeon Hye-ran) is at the forefront…

by Daehyun Song . 26 Sep 2024

NationA: Revolutionizing 3D Content Creation with AI, Paving the Future of Interactive Media

South Korea’s NationA is transforming the global landscape of 3D content creation through its cutting-edge AI technology. Launched in 2022…

by Dae-jung Park . 26 Sep 2024
Infofla: Pioneering AI-Based Automation with Vision Language Model Technology

Infofla Inc., a cutting-edge Korean AI automation startup, is rapidly transforming the landscape of IT service automation through its groundbreaking…

by Chloe kim . 26 Sep 2024
Gadget Korea Recognized as ‘Hi-Seoul Certified Company’ for Pioneering eSIM Data Roaming Innovations

Gadget Korea, a frontrunner in eSIM data roaming technology, has been officially recognized as a “Hi-Seoul Certified Company” by the…

by Richard Park . 18 Sep 2024
Korean Ministry’s ‘Startup Korea Fund’ Exceeds Expectations with $629 Million, Fuels Strong Private Sector Participation

In a significant move to attract private-sector venture investment, the Korean government has announced the formation of the ‘Startup Korea Fund,‘ with a total capital pool of 837.6 billion won ($629 million). The initiative has exceeded initial expectations, attracting more private investment than anticipated, and marks a bold step in transforming South Korea into a global hub for startups.  On September 19, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups revealed the results of the ‘Startup Korea Fund’ investment project, announcing that the fund would be formed through joint contributions from both the government’s mother fund and private investors. The initial target for the fund was 500 billion won ($375 million), but with active participation from private sector players, the total has soared to 837.6 billion won ($629 million), surpassing the goal by 1.7 times. Focus on Ultra-Gap Technologies and SMEs for Sustainable Growth The fund will be primarily allocated to two key sectors: 687.6 billion won ($516 million) will focus on ultra-gap technologies—cutting-edge fields like artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and robotics—while 150 billion won ($112 million) will be channeled into secondary investment…

19 Sep 2024
Ministry of SMEs and Startups Unveils $11.5 Billion Budget Plan for 2025: Boosting Global Expansion & Innovation for Startups

The South Korean Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) has unveiled its ambitious budget plan for 2025, marking a significant…

2 Sep 2024
6 Reasons Why Seoul Is Poised to Become a Top 5 Global Economic Hub by 2030

Seoul, the vibrant capital of South Korea, is rapidly emerging as a global financial powerhouse. With ambitious plans and strategic…

20 Aug 2024
Ministry of SMEs and Startups Establishes KRW 1.2 Trillion Global Fund, Attracts Top Venture Capitals

The South Korean Ministry of SMEs and Startups announced on July 1 that it had selected 15 funds as targets…

2 Jul 2024
Announcing Global Content Insight 2024: A Premier Networking Event for Global and K-Content Industry Leaders

The Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) is excited to announce Global Content Insight 2024, a landmark event that brings together top minds in the global content industry. Set for November 21st-22nd, 2024, in South Korea, this gathering will bring over 2,000 participants, including K-content pioneers, international experts, and tech innovators, to shape the future of the global content ecosystem. A Premier Event for K-Content Industry Players This year’s event is designed to attract K-content industry leaders, including major players from K-Pop, K-Drama, K-Webtoon, and K-Animation, giving global participants direct access to the visionaries driving Korea’s global entertainment success. The President of the Korea Creative Content Agency will join the event as a VIP guest, further reinforcing the importance of this gathering to the Korean content and entertainment industry. Unparalleled Networking Opportunities with K-Content Pioneers  What sets Global Content Insight 2024 apart is the unique opportunity it provides for global participants to connect with key figures from the booming Korean content industry. This year, we’re excited to welcome an unprecedented number of: K-Pop Moguls: Meet the visionaries behind global phenomenons like…

6 Oct 2024
Japan IT Week 2024に先立ち、10月21~22日のロードショーで韓国のスタートアップ企業が革新的な技術を紹介

韓国ソフトウェア産業協会 が率いる革新的な韓国のスタートアップ企業グループは、Japan IT Week開幕直前の2024年10月21〜22日に予定されているK-GovTechジャパンロードショーで強い印象を与える予定だ。東京で開催されるこの特別な2日間のロードショーは、韓国の最先端のスタートアップと日本の投資家、企業、その他の業界関係者を結び付け、10月23~25日に開催されるJapan IT Weekでこれらの企業が画期的な技術を披露する道を開くためにものである。 Japan IT Weekへの戦略的序章 K-GovTech ロードショーは、主要なテクノロジーイベントの前座として機能し、選ばれたスタートアップ企業に、日本のテクノロジーエコシステムの主要人物との交流を有利に開始する機会を提供する。このロードショーは、GovTechやその他のテクノロジー分野における韓国と日本の連携を深め、メインイベントに先立ってスタートアップに投資機会、戦略的パートナーシップ、市場拡大のチャンスを提供することを目的としている。 ロードショーのハイライトは次のとおり: 投資家との独占ミーティング:韓国のスタートアップは、日本の投資家と1対1のミーティングを行い、潜在的な投資やコラボレーションについて話し合う 市場参入ワークショップ:コミュニケーション、ブランディング、現地のビジネス慣行に焦点を当て、日本市場でのビジネスの進め方について韓国のスタートアップ向けにカスタマイズされたセッション ネットワーキング: 韓国のスタートアップ企業、政府代表者とのハイレベルのネットワーキング、協力と相互成長を促す このロードショーは、これらのスタートアップ企業が自らの革新をより多くの聴衆に披露することになるJapan IT Week展示会を最大限に活用するための舞台となる。 韓国を代表する革新的なスタートアップ…

26 Sep 2024
Discover Innovative Korean Startups: Sign Up for the Global Relay IR Demo Day in Dubai on October 15

As part of the DIPS 1000+ Global Relay IR @Dubai Program under the Super Gap Startup 1000+ Project, a dynamic…

25 Sep 2024
Korean Startups to Showcase Revolutionary Tech at K-GovTech Roadshow, October 21-22, Ahead of Japan IT Week 2024

A group of innovative Korean startups, led by the Korea Software Industry Association, is set to make a strong impression…

25 Sep 2024
Navigating Global Markets: Insights from Fintech and Innovation Expert Iskander Haouam

Iskander Haouam,  a seasoned expert with over 15 years of experience in investment and entrepreneurship, brings a wealth of knowledge…

by Dae-jung Park . 15 Jul 2024
Floatic CEO Chan Lee on Leading Revolution in E-commerce Warehouse Automation with Visionary Strategy

Korean startup Floatic, a trailblazer in e-commerce warehouse automation, has recently made headlines by securing $3.8 million in its latest…

by Aditi Dave . 16 Jun 2024
Building Bridges: Jan Raczyński on Fostering Startup and Enterprise Collaborations

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, fostering collaborations between startups and established enterprises is crucial for driving innovation and growth.…

by Aditi Dave . 13 Jun 2024
Korean Startups’ 2024 Gangnam Global Roadshow in USA: Join the Exclusive Demo Day on October 29

The Korean startup ecosystem is flourishing, fueled by innovation and significant government support. This momentum has made Korea a global…

by Aditi Dave . 16 Oct 2024

Why Your Team Will Be the Winner in the Industry: Korean Startups Receive Expert Pitching Guidance from James Wang at Creative Ventures 

Eleven trailblazing South Korean SaaS (Software as a Service) startups visited Silicon Valley on September 26-27, 2024, under the aegis…

by Dae-jung Park . 14 Oct 2024
Korean SaaS Showcase 2024: South Korean Cloud Innovators  Deliver Groundbreaking Success in Silicon Valley

The Korean SaaS Showcase, held on September 26th and 27th, 2024, at the Santa Clara Marriott Hotel, has left an…

by Vallabh Rao . 9 Oct 2024
Korean Startups to Showcase Innovation in the USA: Exclusive Investment Opportunities Await at October 2024 Gangnam Global Roadshow

The Korean startup ecosystem is experiencing rapid growth, driven by a surge of innovation and substantial government support. As a…

by Vallabh Rao . 30 Sep 2024
Top Co-working Spaces for Startups & Companies to Explore in South Korea

For startups, the beginning years are the most crucial ones, when the pitches to VCs are to be made, teams…

3 Apr 2024
Korean Legal Firm SEUM Emerges as a Premier Partner for Startups, Garnering Top Rankings

SEUM, a distinguished law firm based in South Korea, has solidified its position as a premier legal partner for startups,…

1 Mar 2024
Top Event Agencies in Korea For International Clients Seeking Global Excellence

In the dynamic landscape of South Korea, renowned for its innovation and rich cultural tapestry, choosing the right event planning…

6 Dec 2023