[Pangyo Interview] Bottle Leads Digital Innovation in Golf with ‘Tee Mart,’ Setting a New Standard in the Market
Bottle Inc. aims to make golf more accessible and efficient through its automated digital platform, Tee Mart. This platform facilitates every aspect of golfing, from booking to payments, and employs a time-deal commerce model to reduce costs for players and increase revenue for courses. Positioned in Pangyo, a hub for IT innovation, Bottle leverages AI to optimize pricing in real-time and is looking to expand its successful model from South Korea to untapped markets in Japan and Southeast Asia.
[Pangyo Tech] Gopher Soft completes e-commerce technology patent applications, paving the way for global expansion
Gopher Soft is advancing its global market strategy with applications for four e-commerce technology patents in South Korea. It also pursues international patents through the PCT and in Japan. Their platform, SellerJipsa, automates and simplifies the online selling process, enhancing convenience for both sellers and consumers. Positioned for global expansion, the company has recently partnered with Sungwon Global Cargo to improve logistics efficiencies, further solidifying its stature in the international CBEC arena.
[Pangyo Tech] Galloping Secures Pre-Series A Funding for its AI Soccer Training Technology
Galloping has secured 1 billion KRW in funding from The Invention Lab, the Korea SMEs and Startups Agency, and the Korea Credit Guarantee Fund, with the latter contributing the largest share. This investment underlines Galloping's market potential and technological prowess in integrating AI into sports training. Positioned in Pangyo Startup Zone, the company is set to enhance its AI SOCCER platform and expand globally while also planning to adapt its Vision AI technology for other sports applications.
[Pangyo Game] Neowiz’s Intella X launches global open beta test for ‘EOS Gold’: 4.3 million join pre-event
NEOWIZ has launched a global open beta test for EOS Gold, a Web3 adaptation of the MMORPG EOS Red, via its blockchain gaming platform, Intella X. The beta, which will run from November 25 to December 9, offers Web3-integrated gameplay, large-scale PVP battles, and in-game rewards. It aims to solidify EOS Gold’s position in the blockchain gaming market.
[Pangyo Game] Smilegate Unveils Teams and Details for ‘CFS 2024 Grand Finals’
Smilegate Entertainment has announced the participating teams and schedule for the CROSSFIRE STARS (CFS) 2024 Grand Finals, set for December 4-15 in Hangzhou, China, with a $1.43 million prize pool. The tournament will feature 16 teams, including newcomers like Vietnam’s Team Alotus and returning favorites such as Chengdu ALL GAMERS, marking an exciting showdown for fans of competitive CROSSFIRE.
[Pangyo Tech] AhnLab Hosts ‘AhnLab ISF SQUARE 2024 for Enterprise’ for Corporate Security Professionals
AhnLab, Inc. hosted its ISF SQUARE 2024 for Enterprise seminar on November 27, sharing strategies for tackling modern cyber threats. Highlights included insights on threat intelligence via AhnLab TIP and a case study from Golfzon on using AhnLab XDR to reduce threat risks by 56%, showcasing effective approaches to proactive cybersecurity management.
[Pangyo Tech] Kakao highlights ethical AI practices at UN Forum: Adds new principles to AI ethics guidelines
Kakao participated in the 13th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights, presenting its updated AI Ethics principles, including a new “User Autonomy” clause to prevent over-dependence on AI and ensure user safety. As the first Korean company to declare an Algorithm Ethics Charter, Kakao continues to lead responsible AI innovation, emphasizing inclusivity, transparency, and ethical technology use.
Pangyo Techno Valley is a global integrated R&D hub focused on IT, BT, CT, and NT, integrating Research (R), People (P), Information (I), and Trade (T). As Gyeonggi Province’s representative innovation cluster, it was established to secure national new growth drivers such as technological innovation, human resource development, job creation, and enhancing international business competitiveness. As of 2023, 1,666 companies employ 78,751 people, and it has positioned itself as the most innovative hub in South Korea, with sales amounting to 167.7 trillion KRW (125.5 billion USD).
Furthermore, the Techno Valley Innovation Division of the Gyeonggi-do Business & Science Accelerator (GBSA) holds monthly events such as the Pangyo Evening Meet-Up, Pan-Pan Day, and the Pangyo Startup Investment Exchange “In-Best Pangyo” to maximize the value of Pangyo Techno Valley. They also support the Pangyo Overseas Promotion Program, which publicizes information about Pangyo’s companies, products, and services to domestic and foreign investors and the media, thereby facilitating foreign investment.
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