Investment Firms in Seoul, South Korea
A major venture capital and startup hub in Asia, this ecosystem is distinguished by its deep integration with globally competitive consumer electronics and entertainment conglomerates. Its strength is further amplified by a dense concentration of top-tier research universities and a highly digitally literate population, driving innovation in fields like artificial intelligence and fintech. The venture landscape is characterized by a mature network of both long-established domestic funds and a growing presence of international investors.
One of the world's premier venture capital hubs, Seoul, South Korea is home to 60 investment firms tracked by Goldilocks AI, with a combined portfolio of over 2,149 investments spanning from established leaders like Korea Investment Partners to newer entrants like Defense Innovation Fund.
AI dominates the investment landscape in Seoul, with 54% of investment firms focused on this sector.
Seoul is a particularly strong hub for early-stage investing, with over 85% of investment firms active at the Seed or Pre-Seed stage.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
Investment Firms
60
Total Investments
2,149
Top Sector
AI
Top Stage
Series A
Top Investment Sectors in Seoul
The most popular sector focus among Seoul investment firms is AI, with 32 investment firms (53%) investing in the space. This is followed by Healthcare (31), Biotech & Life Sciences (30), Hardware & Semiconductors (19), Consumer (18).
Investment Stages in Seoul
Seoul investment firms are most active at the Series A stage (57 investment firms). This is followed by Series B (54), Seed (51), Series C (44), Growth (35).
Showing 1–36 of 60 investment firms
Korea Investment Partners
Seoul, South Korea
178 investments
Series A, Series B
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment …
Mirae Asset
Seoul, South Korea
175 investments
Series B, Series C
AI, Fintech, Healthcare …
Samsung Ventures
Seoul, South Korea
150 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
Hashed
Seoul, South Korea
122 investments
Seed, Series A
Crypto & Web3
Korea Development Bank
Seoul, South Korea
101 investments
Series B, Series C
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Hardware & Semiconductors …
IMM Investment
Seoul, South Korea
71 investments
Series B, Series A
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
Atinum Investment
Seoul, South Korea
70 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
SBVA
Seoul, South Korea
68 investments
Series B, Series A
AI, Enterprise Software, Healthcare …
DSC Investment
Seoul, South Korea
68 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Consumer …
Smilegate Investment
Seoul, South Korea
64 investments
Series A, Series B
Gaming, AI, Healthcare …
InterVest
Seoul, South Korea
54 investments
Series B, Series A
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Fintech …
STIC Investment
Seoul, South Korea
52 investments
Series A, Series B
Healthcare, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment …
LB Investment
Seoul, South Korea
52 investments
Series B, Series A
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
AJU IB Investment
Seoul, South Korea
47 investments
Series B, Series A
Biotech & Life Sciences, AI, Healthcare …
SV Investment
Seoul, South Korea
44 investments
Series A, Series B
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment …
Premier Partners
Seoul, South Korea
43 investments
Series B, Series C
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Consumer …
FuturePlay
Seoul, South Korea
41 investments
Series A, Seed
AI, Robotics & Automation, Hardware & Semiconductors …
Industrial Bank of Korea
Seoul, South Korea
40 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Climate & Energy …
Shinhan Capital
Seoul, South Korea
38 investments
Series B, Series A
Fintech, Biotech & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software
Woori Venture Partners
Seoul, South Korea
38 investments
Series B, Series A
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
KRAFTON
Seoul, South Korea
33 investments
Series A, Series C
Gaming, AI
KT Investment
Seoul, South Korea
32 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Enterprise Software, Healthcare …
KTB Network
Seoul, South Korea
30 investments
Series B, Series A
Fintech, Healthcare, Consumer …
CJ Investment
Seoul, South Korea
29 investments
Series A, Series C
Biotech & Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Food & Agriculture …
Hanwha Solutions
Seoul, South Korea
28 investments
Series A, Series B
Climate & Energy
Kakao Investment
Seoul, South Korea
27 investments
Series A, Series C
AI, Consumer, Fintech …
BonAngels
Seoul, South Korea
27 investments
Series A, Seed
Fintech, Education, Gaming …
SparkLabs
Seoul, South Korea
25 investments
Seed, Series B
AI, Enterprise Software, Fintech …
QUAD
Seoul, South Korea
25 investments
Series B, Series C
Healthcare, Biotech & Life Sciences, Data & Analytics
Murex Partners
Seoul, South Korea
25 investments
Series A, Series B
Healthcare, Consumer, Fintech …
Timefolio Capital
Seoul, South Korea
24 investments
Series B, Series C
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare
Ascensive Assets
Seoul, South Korea
24 investments
Seed, Series A
Crypto & Web3
SK Telecom
Seoul, South Korea
23 investments
Series A, Series C
Telecom, AI, Hardware & Semiconductors
BASS Investment
Seoul, South Korea
21 investments
Series A, Seed
AI, Enterprise Software, SaaS …
Springcamp
Seoul, South Korea
20 investments
Series A, Seed
AI, SaaS, E-Commerce & Marketplace …
Mirae Asset Securities
Seoul, South Korea
16 investments
Series C, Series A
Fintech
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