SBI Investment Korea
VC Fund
Seoul, South Korea
SBI Investment Korea is a VC fund in Seoul focused on Information Technology and Software. SBI Investment Co., Ltd. has established itself as a true partner of the Republic of Korea venture business development in the past 28 years as a venture capital concept introduced first in Korea in 1986 was even unfamiliar concept of 'venture'. SBI Investment Co., Ltd. is a direct excavation domestic / other promising venturesinvestment as well as domestic / external funding attracted through cooperation with institutional investors and technology, marketing, public offering (IPO), the law, adhere to the role which has been providing comprehensive services such as Value-up tax.
- Total investments:
- 117
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 16%
Last updated:
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Industries SBI Investment Korea invests in
Stages SBI Investment Korea invests in
Countries SBI Investment Korea invests in
Round sizes
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
|---|---|---|---|
Round size
- Series A
- $2.7M–$15M
- Series B
- $4.9M–$32M
- Series C
- $8.5M–$38M
Investment Focus
Industry
- Information Technology 15 (13%)
- Software 14 (12%)
- Artificial Intelligence 14 (12%)
- Fashion 8 (7%)
- Robotics 8 (7%)
Stage
- Series A 42 (36%)
- Series B 36 (31%)
- Series C 13 (11%)
- Venture - Series Unknown 6 (5%)
- Seed 5 (4%)
Country
- South Korea 79 (68%)
- United States 6 (5%)
- Japan 3 (3%)
- China 1 (1%)
- Germany 1 (1%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Lee ju-hyeok
Team Leader
|
Team Leader | Total investments: 5 | Find email |
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCENA is a semiconductor company that develops data-centric computing systems designed for AI and large-scale data processing environments. The company builds computational memory technology that combines high-capacity pooled DDR5 memory with near-data processing capabilities, allowing computation to occur closer to where data is stored. Its coreplatform is based on the Compute Express Link (CXL) standard, which enables memory expansion beyond traditional CPU limitations while improving data movement efficiency and reducing latency in data center workloads. XCENA’s architecture is designed to support applications such as artificial intelligence workloads, vector databases, and large-scale analytics by addressing memory bandwidth and capacity constraints. The company provides a hardware-software ecosystem that includes computational memory systems and a full-stack software development kit. This SDK offers APIs, runtime tools, and drivers that allow applications to use computational memory without major changes to existing software architectures while also supporting low-level control for performance optimization.XCENA’s flagship product line includes MX1, a CXL-based computational memory solution that integrates near-data processing engines with memory infrastructure to support AI inference and data-intensive workloads. The platform is designed to improve throughput and scalability in environments where traditional memory architectures become a bottleneck. The company operates in the broader field of AI infrastructure and memory innovation, working with customers such as hyperscalers, telecom providers, and research institutions that manage large-scale computing workloads. Its solutions are intended to improve efficiency in systems handling AI, big data processing, and scientific computing. | $135M / Series B / May 29, 2026 | ||
| Automata creates AI-powered tools like AI agents and smart integrations that simplify how teams plan, communicate, and work. The company solves business problems by enabling AI to build, manage, and evolve software workflows while humans guide the AI to deliver real value.Automata provides industry-tailored AI solutions | $7.1M / Series A / Apr 24, 2026 | ||
| Cenyx Biotech develops diagnostic and therapeutic nano-compounds formed based on nanozymes and nanoparticles. | $8.2M / Series B / Mar 31, 2026 | ||
| MOBILTECH is an AI-based 3D GIS startup. The company is developing a 3D spatial scanner that replicates space to supply 3D spatial information and software solutions for smart cities. It specializes in immersive digital twin and LiDAR technology. Its digital twin data is compatible with NVIDIA Omniverse and Unreal Engine. | $8.9M / Venture - Series Unknown / Feb 05, 2026 | ||
| AI model specializes in the development and transformation of real-like virtual models for modeling on E-commerce platforms. | Series B / Jan 23, 2026 | ||
| Boosterz is a company that supports the 5Ps of marketing at all stages, from product planning and launch to growth. | $25.4M / Venture - Series Unknown / Jan 15, 2026 | ||
| Boosterz is a company that supports the 5Ps of marketing at all stages, from product planning and launch to growth. | $13.6M / Series C / Dec 02, 2025 | ||
| Crocus Energy is a software company that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance transparency in electricity consumption within large, energy-intensive facilities. This approach offers valuable insights and clarity regarding the consequences of each decision made. Additionally, the company manages the fast charging system for electric vehiclesknown as 'Acello EV' and the power optimization control solution referred to as 'Acello GRID'. | $11.7M / Series C / Nov 18, 2025 | ||
| Datumo got your back!Obtaining the proper data has always been the top issue for many AI labs/companies. To solve this problem, Datumo provides a platform that connects your company to the crowd-workers.It's MORE than just a connection! We passionately research crowd-workers and your project to develop cutting-edge technologies forthe optimized mobile crowd-sourcing.Keep disrupting the world! Just for your project, we are here to maintain the quality, cost-efficiency, or any other burdens related to the data. Datumo was founded in 2018. | $15.5M / Series B / Aug 11, 2025 | ||
| BSP is a semiconductor company. It specializes in laser technology. The company supplies equipment and materials applicable to various industrial fields, including semiconductor packaging, FPD, mini & micro LED, automotive, and solar cells. The company is involved in the manufacture of semiconductor and LED products. | $737.8K / Series A / Jun 09, 2025 | ||
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FAQ
What does SBI Investment Korea invest in?
SBI Investment Korea invests primarily in Information Technology, Software and Artificial Intelligence startups, most often at Series A and Series B stage. Most of the 117 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in South Korea. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
What is SBI Investment Korea's check size?
SBI Investment Korea typically joins rounds of $2.7M–$15M at Series A, $4.9M–$32M at Series B and $8.5M–$38M at Series C. These ranges are 10th–90th percentile round sizes calculated from confirmed public funding rounds, so they are a realistic guide to the rounds SBI Investment Korea participates in.
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Who are the partners at SBI Investment Korea?
The team at SBI Investment Korea includes Lee ju-hyeok (Team Leader). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.
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Yes — every stat on this profile is calculated from confirmed public funding rounds monitored across hundreds of sources since 2020. This profile was last refreshed in Oct 2026 and is updated monthly. Spotted something off? Use the “Suggest an edit” link near the top of the page.
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