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Techstars Korea Accelerator – Mentorship Driven Program
Techstars, a startup accelerator has launched Techstars Korea Accelerator this year. Techstars has been looking to accelerate its global expansion efforts and thanks to its $42 million investment lead by SVB Financial Group, this will be possible. In addition, Techstars has 49 accelerator programs…
The Esports Industry in Korea – Korean Gaming Culture
South Korea is known for its passion for gaming and Esports. Esports is, short for electronic sports, has become extremely popular in South Korea due to various factors such as easy access for the youth to access high-speed internet, the rise in the cultural acceptance of gaming, and the rise of…
How Global Brands Can Enter the South Korean Market
If you're a company looking to enter the South Korean market, you need to assess your resources, export background, and overall business plan. Understanding how Korean consumers will receive your product or service is essential. Before diving in, it's wise to conduct market research for at least a…
Why Korean Startups Need to Hire Female Entrepreneurs
Korea has made a lot of progress when it comes to gender equality, however, they still have a long way to go, especially when it comes to female entrepreneurs. We recently did an article on the Top 20 Korean Entrepreneurs in Korea and realized that there are still not enough female entrepreneurs…
A Few Reasons to use Pinterest to Promote your Korean startup
Pinterest is one of the most powerful promotional tools for startups- but it's also one of the least used, too. The platform's reputation does it a bit of a disservice. When you think of Pinterest, what comes to your head? Halloween costumes? Nail art? Gluten-free cake recipes? But, if you're a…
UBI in Korea – The Youth Basic Income Project in Gyeonggi-do
With the concern regarding inequality and unemployment rising in South Korea, the Korean government is looking to innovate their existing redistribution strategy. There is a growing concern not just in South Korea, but around the world, that monopolies, automation, and AI technology will disrupt…
