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 53 investment firms tracked by Goldilocks AI, with a combined portfolio of over 1,549 investments spanning from established leaders like Korea Investment Partners to newer entrants like Paramark Ventures.
AI dominates the investment landscape in Seoul, with 60% of investment firms focused on this sector.
Seoul is a particularly strong hub for early-stage investing, with over 91% of investment firms active at the Seed or Pre-Seed stage.
Last updated: 9 September 2026
Investment Firms
53
Total Investments
1,549
Top Sector
AI
Top Stage
Series A
Top Investment Sectors in Seoul
The most popular sector focus among Seoul investment firms is AI, with 31 investment firms (58%) investing in the space. This is followed by Healthcare (27), Biotech & Life Sciences (26), Consumer (18), Hardware & Semiconductors (18).
Investment Stages in Seoul
Seoul investment firms are most active at the Series A stage (49 investment firms). This is followed by Seed (48), Series B (47), Series C (39), Growth (30).
Showing 1–36 of 53 investment firms
Korea Investment Partners
Seoul, South Korea
148 investments
Series A, Series B
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment …
Mirae Asset
Seoul, South Korea
132 investments
Series B, Series C
AI, Fintech, Healthcare …
Hashed
Seoul, South Korea
97 investments
Seed, Series A
Crypto & Web3
Samsung Ventures
Seoul, South Korea
90 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
DSC Investment
Seoul, South Korea
66 investments
Series B, Series A
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Consumer …
Korea Development Bank
Seoul, South Korea
62 investments
Series C, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Hardware & Semiconductors …
IMM Investment
Seoul, South Korea
62 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
Atinum Investment
Seoul, South Korea
61 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
AJU IB Investment
Seoul, South Korea
55 investments
Series A, Series B
Biotech & Life Sciences, AI, Healthcare …
SBVA
Seoul, South Korea
53 investments
Series B, Series C
AI, Enterprise Software, Healthcare …
Smilegate Investment
Seoul, South Korea
50 investments
Series A, Series B
Gaming, AI, Healthcare …
InterVest
Seoul, South Korea
36 investments
Series B, Series C
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Fintech …
Premier Partners
Seoul, South Korea
33 investments
Series B, Series C
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Consumer …
LB Investment
Seoul, South Korea
32 investments
Series B, Series A
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
Shinhan Capital
Seoul, South Korea
31 investments
Series B, Series A
Fintech, Biotech & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software
STIC Investment
Seoul, South Korea
31 investments
Series A, Series C
Healthcare, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment …
SV Investment
Seoul, South Korea
31 investments
Series A, Series B
Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment …
FuturePlay
Seoul, South Korea
30 investments
Series A, Seed
AI, Robotics & Automation, Hardware & Semiconductors …
KT Investment
Seoul, South Korea
29 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Enterprise Software, Healthcare …
Industrial Bank of Korea
Seoul, South Korea
28 investments
Series A, Series B
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Climate & Energy …
Kakao Investment
Seoul, South Korea
23 investments
Series A, Seed
AI, Consumer, Fintech …
BonAngels
Seoul, South Korea
22 investments
Series A, Seed
Fintech, Education, Gaming …
KRAFTON
Seoul, South Korea
21 investments
Series A, Seed
Gaming, AI
Woori Venture Partners
Seoul, South Korea
21 investments
Series B, Series A
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Healthcare …
Ascensive Assets
Seoul, South Korea
20 investments
Seed, Series A
Crypto & Web3
KTB Network
Seoul, South Korea
19 investments
Series B, Series C
Fintech, Healthcare, Consumer …
Murex Partners
Seoul, South Korea
18 investments
Series A, Seed
Healthcare, Consumer, Fintech …
SparkLabs
Seoul, South Korea
17 investments
Seed, Series B
AI, Enterprise Software, Fintech …
QUAD
Seoul, South Korea
17 investments
Series B, Series D
Healthcare, Biotech & Life Sciences, Data & Analytics
SK Telecom
Seoul, South Korea
14 investments
Series A, Series C
Telecom, AI, Hardware & Semiconductors
Nextrans
Seoul, South Korea
13 investments
Series A, Series D
Fintech, Education, Healthcare …
BASS Investment
Seoul, South Korea
12 investments
Series A, Seed
AI, Enterprise Software, SaaS …
SK Inc.
Seoul, South Korea
11 investments
Series C, Series D
Hardware & Semiconductors, Climate & Energy, Biotech & Life Sciences …
Hanwha Solutions
Seoul, South Korea
11 investments
Series A, Seed
Climate & Energy
Hyundai Motor Group
Seoul, South Korea
10 investments
Series D, Series A
Mobility & Transportation, Robotics & Automation, AI …
IRONGREY
Seoul, South Korea
10 investments
Series B, Series C
AI, Biotech & Life Sciences, Climate & Energy …
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