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Alchemist Japan Demo Day 2024 on December 19 to Showcase Emerging B2B Startups

Alchemist Japan will host its inaugural Demo Day on December 19, 2024, spotlighting nine startups working on innovative solutions in industries ranging from sustainability to artificial intelligence. Taking place in Tokyo’s Marunouchi/Otemachi area, the event highlights the growing influence of enterprise-focused startups in addressing global challenges. The Demo Day marks…
by KoreaTechDesk Writer . 1 Dec 2024

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Korean Startup ‘Baropharm’ Secures $13.5 Million in Pre-IPO Funding, Totaling $28.6 Million in Investments

Baropharm, a Korean startup specializing in pharmacy management platforms, announced the successful completion of its pre-IPO funding round. The company…

by Daehyun Song . 30 Nov 2024
Ministry of SMEs and Startups Announces TIPS NEXT Strategy, Celebrating $10.7 Billion in Follow-up Investment

South Korea Ministry of SMEs and Startups unveiled the “TIPS Next Strategy” at a special event marking the 10th anniversary…

by KoreaTechDesk Writer . 28 Nov 2024
Global Expansion Insights: Kristian Asani Shares Strategies for Startup Success

At the KoreaTechDesk Virtual Demo Day, Kristian Asani,  Senior Associate at Silicon Gardens, shared his journey, investment philosophy, and advice…

by Aditi Dave . 28 Nov 2024
KAIST and Atrandi Biosciences Collaborate to Advance Protein Engineering with the Installation of First STYX Platform in South Korea

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has recently acquired South Korea’s first STYX high-throughput screening system, developed…

by Vallabh Rao . 28 Nov 2024
COMEUP 2024: South Korea’s Largest Global Startup Festival Returns Bigger and Better

South Korea’s largest global startup festival, COMEUP 2024, will take place at COEX in Seoul from December 11 to 12.…

by Jinju Jeon . 27 Nov 2024
Meissa Secures $7.1 Million Investment to Drive Digital Twin Innovation, Accelerates IPO Plans for 2026

Meissa, a leading digital twin-based spatial information platform company from South Korea, has successfully raised over KRW 10 billion (7.1…

by Daehyun Song . 26 Nov 2024

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by KoreaTechDesk Writer . 25 Nov 2024
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by KoreaTechDesk Writer . 29 Oct 2024
Ministry of SMEs and Startups Announces TIPS NEXT Strategy, Celebrating $10.7 Billion in Follow-up Investment

South Korea Ministry of SMEs and Startups unveiled the “TIPS Next Strategy” at a special event marking the 10th anniversary of TIPS (Tech Incubator Program for Startups). The event was also celebrating the milestone achievement of securing 15 trillion KRW (10.7 billion USD) in follow-up investments. The event brought together over 400 participants, including TIPS operators, startup companies, and support organizations, to celebrate TIPS’ remarkable successes and outline the future direction of the program. Over the past decade, TIPS has been instrumental in shaping the success of South Korea’s tech startups. It has helped over 3,200 startups secure a total of 15 trillion KRW in investments and created more than 22,500 new jobs. The program, launched in 2013, is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) and private sector experts, which identifies and nurtures innovative tech startups with government support for R&D and commercialization. The event featured a celebratory ceremony for the 15 trillion KRW (10.7 billion USD)milestone, with awards presented to outstanding startups and partners. These included the “Welcome to TIPS Excellence Award,” where three…

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South Korea Launches ‘Startup Korea Special Visa’ for Foreign Entrepreneurs and Startups

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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…

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Alchemist Japan Demo Day 2024 on December 19 to Showcase Emerging B2B Startups

Alchemist Japan will host its inaugural Demo Day on December 19, 2024, spotlighting nine startups working on innovative solutions in industries ranging from sustainability to artificial intelligence. Taking place in Tokyo’s Marunouchi/Otemachi area, the event highlights the growing influence of enterprise-focused startups in addressing global challenges. The Demo Day marks the culmination of Alchemist Japan’s three-month accelerator program, which bridges Japan’s thriving tech ecosystem with the entrepreneurial expertise of Silicon Valley. Attendees will include investors, corporate leaders, and ecosystem stakeholders, offering a platform to explore the potential of B2B innovation to reshape industries. Event Details Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (Doors open at 2:30 PM) Location: Marunouchi/Otemachi Area, Tokyo Agenda Highlights: Panel & Startup Pitches, Demos & Networking Meet the Startups at the Demo Day The Demo Day will spotlight nine startups from Alchemist Japan’s inaugural cohort: Xmap: The first generative AI location intelligence platform leveraging geospatial large language models to enable faster decision-making for investors and consultants. Smart Agri Labs: An AI-powered crop input intelligence platform that boosts productivity and enhances climate resilience…

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K-GovTech Roadshow 2024: A Resounding Success in Driving Korea-Japan Tech Innovation and Collaboration

Seven trailblazing Korean startups, selected by the Korea Software Industry Association (KOSA), took center stage at the K-GovTech Roadshow on…

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Korean Startups Drive Innovation at Japan IT Week 2024 with KDB NextONE Program Support

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by Dae-jung Park . 20 Nov 2024

South Korea’s Top Startups Impress Silicon Valley Investors at 2024 Gangnam Global Roadshow

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by Vallabh Rao . 20 Nov 2024
KoreaTechDesk Global Mentorship Program: Inviting Global Industry Experts to Mentor Korean Companies for International Success

KoreaTechDesk Publication proudly introduces the Global Mentorship Program, a premium, confidential platform designed to connect Korean companies with world-class industry…

by Jinju Jeon . 8 Nov 2024
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