Global K-Beauty distributor Signature Label Inc. has announced that it has secured seed investment from CJ Investment and Atinum Partners. Signature Label supports the overseas expansion of K-Beauty brands and has introduced its skincare brand ZIGTAG to both domestic and international markets. Founded in March last year by CEO Jimmy Lee, who previously succeeded in the Southeast Asian expansion of domestic cosmetic brands Skin1004 and 9Wishes at B2Link, and Jinny Kim, co-founder and COO from startup accelerator Blue Point Partners. Currently, the company is engaged in distributing products for
Telechips and AURA have entered into an investment agreement to collaborate on automotive technologies. (Graphic: Telechips) Telechips, is looking to increase its presence in the advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) semiconductor market through investment in a digital imaging radar (RADAR) company. Telechips announced its agreement to invest an undisclosed amount in Aura Intelligent Systems (“AURA”), a radar technology solution development firm based in Boston, USA, on March 19th, 2024. Telechips joins existing investors including a semiconductor legend Ray Stat
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
Blockchain game developer 'Puzzle Monsters' has announced that it has attracted investment from the venture capital firm 'Crit Ventures,' a subsidiary of Com2uS. Puzzle Monsters is a company that has successfully launched games based on creative ideas and excellent market understanding. "Idle Ninja" and "Ninja Survivors" are the main games developed by Puzzle Monsters, and they have gained popularity not only in South Korea but also in the global market. Especially, "Idle Ninja" is Puzzle Monsters' representative IP that has been running for over two years. It ranked #1 in the mobile market by
Fintech startup StepPay, which operates a specialized billing and payment solution for SaaS, announced on July 6th that it had successfully completed the Pre-A 2nd round of investment. This round of investment was participated by KB Investment, Medici Investment, and Primer Sazze Partners. StepPay, having previously secured investment during a period of minimal VC funding last October, successfully garnered additional investment in less than a year, demonstrating its service's value and potential even amidst challenging times. As a result, StepPay raised $3.7 million in the Pre-A round, culmin
credit : Itgreen Itgreen Co., Ltd., a pioneering multi-use container service provider, is excited to announce the successful completion of its pre-Series A investment round and its selection for the prestigious Technology Innovation Program for Startups (TIPS) by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. High-profile investors such as the Korea Credit Guarantee Fund, SGC Partners, Aju IB Investment, and Lotte Ventures have shown faith in the company's vision and growth prospects, alongside existing shareholders. Although the precise value of the investment remains confidential, the firm acknowledges
bookers, an ebook and audiobook B2B startup, announced the 13th that it has raised seed funding from accelerator bluepoint. The amount of the investment is undisclosed. bookers is a company that provides a subscription-type e-book platform for public and university libraries, elementary, middle and high schools, as well as corporations, local governments, and government agencies. It has been recognized for its competitiveness by building optimized marketing and sales channels based on its own technology and securing 115,000 books of content in the shortest period of time in the industry. Curre
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