Portfolio Companies
7Rootrix
Smilegate-backed Rootrix raises ₩4.5B to digitize Korea's tree supply chain
Rutrix
Tree distribution platform Rutrix raised 4.5 billion won in Series A funding
BOS Semiconductors
BOS Semiconductors raised $60.2M Series A to commercialize AI chips for autonomous vehicles.
1ST Biotherapeutics
1ST Biotherapeutics closed $21.8M Series D funding to advance clinical trials with IPO underwriter support.
AiderX
AI infrastructure platform for customer behavior prediction
Cuckoo
Cuckoo raised $1.8M in a seed funding round.
Habit Factory
Habit Factory secures ₩35 billion (~$26.9M) in Series D funding
Recent Articles
14Anabatic Semi, a startup specializing in domestic battery management systems (BMS) semiconductors, a.. - 매일경제
Anabatic Semi, a Korean startup focused on battery management system semiconductors, has made headlines in Maeil Business News, signaling growth in domestic BMS chip development.
3/25/2026
Korea VCs elevate engineers to lead amid AI and deep tech shift - CHOSUNBIZ - Chosunbiz
Korean venture capital firms are increasingly promoting engineers to leadership roles as the industry shifts focus toward AI and deep tech investments, reflecting a demand for technical expertise at the top.
3/11/2026
Smilegate Investment taps Baek In-su as CEO to drive tech-focused growth - CHOSUNBIZ - Chosunbiz
Smilegate Investment has appointed Baek In-su as its new CEO, signaling a strategic shift toward technology-focused investment and growth within the company.
3/9/2026
BOS Semiconductors Raises $60.2M Series A to Commercialize AI Chips for Autonomous Vehicles - Wowtale
BOS Semiconductors secured $60.2M in Series A funding to advance commercialization of AI chips designed for autonomous vehicles, marking a significant investment in next-gen automotive semiconductor technology.
2/23/2026
Tree distribution platform Rutrix announced on the 23rd that it has attracted 4.5 billion won worth of Series A investment. - 매일경제
Rutrix, a tree distribution platform, announced it has secured 4.5 billion won in Series A funding, marking a significant milestone in its growth as it aims to modernize and digitize the tree and plant distribution industry.
2/23/2026
Smilegate-backed Rootrix raises ₩4.5b to digitize Korea’s tree supply - CHOSUNBIZ - Chosunbiz
Rootrix, backed by Smilegate, has raised ₩4.5 billion to digitize South Korea's tree supply chain, aiming to modernize the traditional nursery and landscaping industry through technology.
2/23/2026
1ST Biotherapeutics Closes $21.8M Series D, Taps IPO Underwriter as Clinical Trials Advance - Wowtale
1ST Biotherapeutics has closed a $21.8M Series D funding round and selected an IPO underwriter as its clinical trials move forward, signaling the company's push toward a public offering.
2/1/2026
1st Biotherapeutics closes ₩31.7 bil. Series D to accelerate pipeline, IPO prep - koreabiomed.com
1st Biotherapeutics has closed a ₩31.7 billion Series D funding round aimed at advancing its drug pipeline and preparing for an initial public offering.
1/26/2026
AiderX Secures $6.82M Pre-Series A to Build AI Infrastructure for Customer Behavior Prediction - Wowtale
AiderX has raised $6.82M in a Pre-Series A funding round to develop AI-powered infrastructure focused on predicting customer behavior, aiming to enhance business decision-making and personalization capabilities.
1/13/2026
Cuckoo Raises $1.8 Million in Seed Round - The SaaS News
Cuckoo has successfully raised $1.8 million in a seed funding round, marking a significant milestone for the SaaS company as it looks to expand its operations and grow its platform.
11/4/2025
Habit Factory Secures ₩35 Billion in Series D - The SaaS News
Habit Factory has successfully closed a Series D funding round, raising ₩35 billion. This investment is expected to accelerate the company's SaaS product development and market expansion efforts.
10/24/2025
Korean Venture Capitals Expand to Silicon Valley, Kick-starting Overseas Investment - Businesskorea
Korean venture capital firms are expanding their presence to Silicon Valley, marking a significant step in their overseas investment strategies to tap into global startup ecosystems.
9/24/2025
Smilegate Investment Releases 2024 Impact Report: Showcasing Annual Investment Performance and Key Achievements - 스마일게이트 뉴스룸
Smilegate Investment has published its 2024 Impact Report, highlighting the company's annual investment performance and key achievements throughout the year.
2/28/2025
S.Korean game developer Smilegate, angel of local startups - KED Global
South Korean game developer Smilegate is supporting local startups through investment and mentorship, playing a key role as an angel investor in fostering the domestic startup ecosystem.
10/22/2023