Naver, Kakao accelerate tech push with expanded startup investments - The Korea Times

South Korean tech giants Naver and Kakao are ramping up investments in startups to strengthen their technological capabilities and expand their business ecosystems amid growing competition.

4/3/2026

Kakao CEO secures second term amid AI pivot - The Korea Herald

Kakao's CEO has secured a second term as the company shifts its strategic focus toward artificial intelligence, signaling a continued leadership direction during a pivotal transformation period.

3/26/2026

Kakao Ventures announced on the 24th that director Jang Dong-wook, who has been in charge of investm.. - 매일경제

Kakao Ventures announced that Director Jang Dong-wook, who oversaw investment operations, has stepped down from his position, marking a notable leadership change at the venture capital arm of Kakao.

3/24/2026

Kakao Ventures Promotes Jang Dong-wook, Early Karrot Backer, to Service Partner - Seoul Economic Daily

Kakao Ventures has promoted Jang Dong-wook, known for backing Karrot at an early stage, to the position of Service Partner, recognizing his investment track record.

3/24/2026

Kakao Ventures elevates Jang Dong-wook to partner, targets AI-native services - CHOSUNBIZ - Chosunbiz

Kakao Ventures has promoted Jang Dong-wook to partner, signaling a strategic shift toward investing in AI-native services and startups building core capabilities around artificial intelligence.

3/24/2026

Trillion Labs' Ground-Up AI Challenges US-China Dominance - 조선일보

Trillion Labs is developing AI technology from the ground up, positioning itself as a challenger to the dominance of US and Chinese tech giants in the global AI landscape.

2/11/2026

Korean Startup Trillion Labs Builds Next-Gen AI to Challenge US-China - 조선일보

Korean AI startup Trillion Labs is developing next-generation artificial intelligence technology aimed at competing with dominant players from the United States and China in the global AI landscape.

2/10/2026

Kakao Ventures Invests in US Robot Simulation Startup Parallax Worlds - Seoul Economic Daily

Kakao Ventures has made an investment in Parallax Worlds, a US-based startup specializing in robot simulation technology, signaling growing interest in robotics and AI-driven simulation platforms.

2/5/2026

Kakao Ventures made aggressive investments last year, with 90% of its new investments being its firs.. - 매일경제

Kakao Ventures pursued aggressive investment strategies last year, with approximately 90% of its new investments being first-time investments in startups, signaling a strong commitment to early-stage funding.

1/20/2026

SemiAI Secures Seed Funding to Revolutionize Semiconductor Yield with AI - Wowtale

SemiAI has secured seed funding to advance its AI-driven solutions aimed at improving semiconductor yield, addressing critical challenges in chip manufacturing efficiency.

11/29/2025

ButFitSeoul Raises $7M Series B to Enhance Integrated On&Off-line Fitness Platform - Wowtale

ButFitSeoul has secured $7M in Series B funding to expand its integrated online and offline fitness platform, aiming to enhance user experience across digital and physical fitness services.

11/25/2025

Seoul court acquits Kakao founder of stock manipulation charges - KED Global

A Seoul court has acquitted Kakao's founder of stock manipulation charges, marking a significant legal victory for the tech entrepreneur behind South Korea's leading messaging platform.

10/21/2025

Apollo Studio secures seed funding to build AI-powered game engine - 매일경제

Apollo Studio has secured seed funding to develop an AI-powered game engine, marking a significant step in integrating artificial intelligence into game development technology.

10/21/2025

Kakao, Naver step up global AI hunt amid fierce tech race - KED Global

South Korean tech giants Kakao and Naver are intensifying their global search for AI talent and technology as competition in the artificial intelligence sector heats up.

7/23/2025

Kakao Ventures Invests in U.S. Space Tech Startups - Businesskorea

Kakao Ventures has made investments in U.S.-based space technology startups, expanding its portfolio into the growing commercial space industry.

5/29/2025