Business Areas

2. Creation of an Advanced Science and Technology Rechallenge Social Investment Cooperation Fund

The Advanced Science and Technology Rechallenge Social Investment Fund aims to support startups that rise from failure and challenge themselves to restart using advanced ICT technology. By investing in these startups, the project seeks to realize innovative business ideas and promote regional economic growth. In collaboration with professional investment institutions, the fund will offer opportunities for investment consultations, consulting, and investor relations (IR).

KIRA | (사)한국ICT리스타트협회 과학기술정보통신부 산하 비영리법인 사단법인 한국아이씨티리스타트협회 KIRA

2-1. Operation of the Korea Digital Restart Cooperation Fund

Purpose

Supporting sustainable growth by investing in startups that leverage advanced technology.

Initiative Details

Creating a collaborative fund through partnerships with domestic and international professional investment firms, the project aims to identify and support promising digital startups by providing both capital and advisory services.

KIRA | (사)한국ICT리스타트협회 과학기술정보통신부 산하 비영리법인 사단법인 한국아이씨티리스타트협회 KIRA

2-2. Social Investment Networking (Regional/Monthly Regular Event)

Purpose

Creating new investment opportunities by enhancing networking between investors and startups.

Initiative Details

Organizing monthly events to facilitate meetings between investors and startups.

KIRA | (사)한국ICT리스타트협회 과학기술정보통신부 산하 비영리법인 사단법인 한국아이씨티리스타트협회 KIRA

They are establishing a fund to support startups re-challenging entrepreneurship. On July 1, 2024, President Kyuil Kim announced that they plan to create a 60 billion KRW (approximately 44 million USD) cooperation fund in collaboration with Korea Social Investment, an ESG-focused investment institution, after signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The fund aims to support re-startup companies utilizing digital technology and promote entrepreneurship, especially in local or marginalized areas.