The Invention Lab
VC Fund
Seoul, South Korea
The Invention Lab is a VC fund in Seoul focused on Artificial Intelligence and Apps. Top-notch Open Innovation Advisor Firm & Seed Investor in Korea and SEA
- Total investments:
- 169
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 47%
Last updated:
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Industries The Invention Lab invests in
Stages The Invention Lab invests in
Countries The Invention Lab invests in
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
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david kim
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Kim Jin-young
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Investment Focus
Industry
- Artificial Intelligence 15 (9%)
- Apps 14 (8%)
- Health Care 11 (7%)
- Food and Beverage 11 (7%)
- Information Technology 11 (7%)
Stage
- Seed 111 (66%)
- Series A 5 (3%)
- Pre-Seed 4 (2%)
- Funding Round 3 (2%)
- Angel 2 (1%)
Country
- South Korea 101 (60%)
- Vietnam 4 (2%)
- United States 3 (2%)
- Singapore 1 (1%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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david kim
CEO, Ph.D
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CEO, Ph.D | Total investments: 1 | Find email | |
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Kim Jin-young
CEO
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CEO | Total investments: 70 | Find email |
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
Plasade
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Plasade's eco-friendly plasma generators extend the shelf life of agricultural, fishery, and livestock products. | Pre-Seed / Jul 23, 2026 | |
ATTRAKT
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ATTRAKT is a South Korean entertainment agency. | Seed / Mar 03, 2026 | |
RIDM Technology
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RIDM Technology is a team of professional computer architects and business leaders who understand the critical importance of semiconductor chips, combining deep technical expertise with strategic industry insight to design, develop, and deliver advanced chip solutions that power innovation across modern digital and industrial ecosystems. | Seed / Feb 27, 2026 | |
Mithril
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Mithril is an AI-based active safety management automation solution provider. It develops innovative artificial intelligence tools to prevent and avoid potential hazards at industrial locations. | $1M / Seed / Dec 12, 2025 | |
Galloping
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Galloping is the creator of AI SOCCER, an innovative soccer training service that uses data-based, customized programs to enhance players' abilities, breaking away from traditional rule-based methods. | $813.6K / Seed / Dec 12, 2025 | |
Heidish Korea
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Heidish Korea has developed novel menus using trendy ingredients.The company reduces labor costs by introducing an automation system. Automated systems such as kiosks solve franchise owners'labor cost concerns. Samcheongdang makes it possible to create interior spaces that utilize even narrow areas rationally , and even ensure optimal trafficflow, all within a small floor plan.As the store expands, the importance of interior design and traffic flow increases.They create the most rational design for you through accurate analysis of the space. | Seed / Dec 12, 2025 | |
Jarasoft
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Jarasoft is a technology company specializing in automotive camera solutions and AI-based video processing tools. Its flagship product provides surround-view camera calibration and visualization systems. Additionally, Jarasoft offers BlurMe, a web-based SaaS platform for automated face and object blurring in videos. | Seed / Dec 12, 2025 | |
Diald AI
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Diald AI is an AI-powered real estate due diligence and underwriting platform that autonomously scans and analyzes data sources. The company provides tailored value to investors, lenders, and developers by streamlining due diligence, accelerating decision-making, and reducing uncertainty. The platform delivers clear ROI by condensing weeks ofresearch into hours, uncovering risks that could save millions, and giving users a competitive edge. | $3.8M / Pre-Seed / Dec 09, 2025 | |
Postmath
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Postmath is a leader in digital transformation, leveraging Software as a Service (SaaS) to enhance educational efficiency. The company specializes in developing advanced AI technologies for content generation and process automation, with a focus on standardizing mathematical and editorial formats. | $3.8M / Series A / Nov 11, 2025 | |
Jikim Company
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Jikim Company develops AI-powered prescription processing and pharmacy management software for pharmacies and healthcare retailers. Its platform provides OCR-based prescription input, inventory and sales tracking, labor and tax management tools, and digital access to financial and regulatory documents, helping pharmacies automate workflows andreduce manual processing tasks. | $71.6K / Seed / Sep 19, 2025 | |
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FAQ
What does The Invention Lab invest in?
The Invention Lab invests primarily in Artificial Intelligence, Apps and Health Care startups, most often at Seed and Series A stage. Most of the 169 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in South Korea. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
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Who are the partners at The Invention Lab?
The team at The Invention Lab includes david kim (CEO, Ph.D) and Kim Jin-young (CEO). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.
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