Tech Seoul, a company that operates a new-concept online English news platform and curates global expansion for Korean startups, announced today that it has signed a business agreement with Venture Square, a leading Korean startup media, accelerator, TIPS operator, and VC, to support the global expansion of Korean startups. In collaboration with Starta VC, Tech Seoul's partner and New York-based top VC, the two companies will select startups from Venture Square's investment portfolio that are interested in entering the US market and regularly host Pitch Contests and Demo Days in New York to su
Fitogether Inc. announced today that it has been selected by Major League Soccer to be a part of the inaugural year of MLS Innovation Lab. The new program will shape the future of sports through the identification of cutting-edge startups and advanced technologies to help develop the next generation of athletes, enhance the fan experience and drive continued growth for MLS and its Clubs. Officially kicked off in December at MLS NEXT FEST in Arizona, MLS Innovation Lab is the latest initiative from Major League Soccer, which has been recognized as a global leader in innovation. Fitogether–the e
WhaTap Labs offers Monitoring Solution to Indonesia’s broadcasting company (credit: WhaTap Labs Inc.) WhaTap Labs, the Service as a Software (SaaS) monitoring company, announced on February 1st that it will provide its monitoring solution, “WhaTap,” for infrastructure servers and resource monitoring during the presidential election period of MNC, Indonesia's largest broadcasting company. MNC is recognized as Indonesia's largest broadcasting company, holding the top position in the Indonesian TV advertising market as of 2022. Recently, MNC has expanded its business scope into OTT (Over-The-Top)
credit : Aniai Aniai, a fast-growing robotic company and global leader in innovative kitchen solutions, has successfully secured a $12 million pre-Series A funding round. Led by InterVest, one of the largest venture capital firms in South Korea, the round includes investments from new investors, such as SV Investment and UK-based Ignite Innovation, as well as from an existing investor, Capstone Partners. This most recent investment brings Aniai’s total funding to date to $15 million. Founded in 2020, Aniai is a groundbreaking startup spearheading the innovation, development, and commercializat
credit : SellerNote SellerNote, the operator of the digital forwarding service 'ShipDa,' announced on January 23 that it has successfully secured an investment of KRW 6 billion. In this investment round, existing investors, Bon Angels Venture Partners and KB Investment, were joined by a new investor, Nvester. With this latest investment, SellerNote has attracted a total investment of KRW 13.6 billion, making it the largest investment in a startup engaged in international logistics business. Nvester, the lead investor in this round, explained the rationale behind the investment, stating, "The e
Elpis Labs and Oracle are once again joining forces to bring you Retail Experience Boost, an exclusive event packed with insights, networking opportunities, and potential funding for innovative retail startups. Mark your calendars for Monday, January 15th, 5:00 PM, and head to Elpis Labs in New York City for a front-row seat to the future of retail. Fireside Chats with CVC Leaders: Get inside the minds of industry giants like Cencosud CVC and Nvidia CVC as they share their perspectives on the ever-evolving retail landscape. Through engaging fireside chats, you'll gain invaluable insights into
i-ESG at CES 2024 i-ESG, a leading Software as a Service (SaaS) company specializing in AI and big data-driven ESG digital solutions, is set to participate in the prestigious 2024 International Electronics Fair (CES 2024) taking place from January 9th to 12th. CES, organized by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), stands as the world’s largest technology fair, held annually in Las Vegas, USA. More than 3,000 exhibitors from 151 countries have pre-registered for CES 2024, and the CTA anticipates approximately 130,000 attendees this year. CTA Chairman Gary Sapiro mentioned that this year’s
RebuilderAI, a 3D technology startup, won the Innovation Award in the “Mobile Devices & Apps” category at CES 2024 for its mobile-based 3D content creating solution “VRIN 3D.” You can experience RebuilderAI’s solution at booth #61504 (Eureka Park) at CES 2024, held in Las Vegas in January 2024. RebuilderAI is a startup that retains 3D Reconstruction and Generative AI technology. Its growth potential is acknowledged and it has secured investment from Naver D2 Startup Factory, KB Investment, and INOX Ltd. RebuilderAI was recognized by major corporates, being selected for Samsung’s C-Lab acce
Gangwon Creative Economy Innovation Center announced that it is recruiting the second round of participants for the '2023 Gangwon Local Venture Company Growth Stage Customized Support Project', which is promoted by the Gangwon Creative Economy Innovation Center to revitalize local entrepreneurship, until June 21. Anyone who is planning to start a local venture company or a business that utilizes local resources to increase the value and competitiveness of the region can apply. However, the business must be located in Gangwon-do or be planning to relocate. Selected companies will receive 20 mil
On March 7, the Gangwon Creative Economy Innovation Center held the opening ceremony of the '2023 5th Gangwon Online Marketer Training Project,' which is promoted by the Gangwon Creative Economy Innovation Center to train online marketing professionals and expand the online market sales of small businesses. Held simultaneously at Catholic Kanto University (Gangneung), Gangwon Innovation Center Regional Business Unit (Wonju), and Gangwon Innovation Center MOCA Square (Chuncheon), a total of 40 marketers, Gangwon Provincial Office Jobs Division Team Leader Lee Sang-bong, and other guests partici