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Shinhan Venture Investment

Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul

Description

Shinhan Venture Investment, a prominent venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea, boasts a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1986. Originally known as Neo Venture Investment, the firm was rebranded after becoming a key subsidiary of the Shinhan Financial Group, one of South Korea's largest and most influential financial conglomerates. This affiliation provides Shinhan Venture Investment with robust financial backing, extensive industry networks, and a deep understanding of the global financial landscape, enabling it to pursue ambitious investment strategies across various stages of company growth.

The firm's investment mandate is notably broad, encompassing early-stage startups through to more mature, later-stage companies. Shinhan Venture Investment strategically deploys capital across high-growth sectors, with a particular emphasis on information technology (IT), biotechnology, healthcare, and advanced materials. Their flexible approach allows them to adapt to evolving market trends and identify promising opportunities across the innovation spectrum. As of early 2023, Shinhan Venture Investment managed an impressive portfolio with assets under management (AUM) exceeding 1.1 trillion Korean Won, equivalent to approximately $840 million USD, underscoring their significant financial capacity.

Shinhan Venture Investment has established a strong track record of success, having invested in over 300 companies since its inception. Their portfolio includes numerous companies that have achieved successful initial public offerings (IPOs) and strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) exits, demonstrating their ability to identify and nurture high-potential ventures. The firm is committed to fostering innovation and contributing to the growth of the Korean startup ecosystem, often taking a hands-on approach to support their portfolio companies with strategic guidance and operational expertise.

With its deep industry expertise, substantial financial resources, and a long-standing commitment to nurturing innovation, Shinhan Venture Investment stands as a formidable partner for entrepreneurs. Their comprehensive investment approach, spanning various stages and sectors, positions them as a key player in the Asian venture capital landscape, actively shaping the future of technology and industry.

Investor Profile

Shinhan Venture Investment has backed more than 39 startups, with 23 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 10% of its total and boasts 20 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in South Korea, United States, India.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software.
  • Led 3 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $10M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (23%)
  • Series B (21%)
  • Series Unknown (21%)
  • Series C (15%)
  • Seed (10%)
  • Series D (8%)
  • Convertible Note (3%)

Country Focus

  • South Korea (79%)
  • United States (10%)
  • India (8%)
  • Singapore (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Software
  • Medical
  • Machine Learning
  • Information Technology
  • Robotics
  • E-commerce
  • Beauty
  • Industrial
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Who does Shinhan Venture Investment frequently co-invest with?

Industrial Bank of Korea
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 6
We Ventures
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 4
Korea Development Bank
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 5
Hana Ventures
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 6
IMM Investment
Asia, Cholla-namdo, South Korea, Kangnam
Co-Investments: 5
Korea Investment Partners
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 5
KB Investment
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 4
InterVest Co.
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 4
Premier Partners
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Shinhan Venture Investment often collaborate with?

Binny Bansal
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Shinhan Venture Investment?

Trioar

Daejeon, Taejon-jikhalsi, South Korea

Trioar is a biotechnological research company that manufacture pharmaceutical products and drugs.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyPharmaceutical
Series BJul 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $16,163,094
Law&Company

Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

Law&Company provide LawTalk service to solve information asymmetry and illegal legal broker of Korean legal market.

Information ServicesLaw EnforcementLegalLegal Tech
Series CJul 15, 2025
Amount Raised: $36,206,333
Illimis Therapeutics

Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

Illimis Therapeutics is a science and technology company that develops treatment for degenerative brain and autoimmune diseases.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceuticalTherapeutics
Series BJul 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $42,004,389
Z Enterprise

Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

Z Enterprise is a finance and management firm that offers corporate financing, tax automation services, and computer and mobile apps.

AppsDocument ManagementEnterprise SoftwareFinance
Series CJun 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $19,218,270
Big Value

Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

Big Value is a price analysis for multiplex houses.

Big DataInternetReal Estate
Series BJun 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,695,821
Zordi

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Zordi is an autonomous modular greenhouse platform operated by artificial intelligence and robots.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)FarmingRobotics
Series UnknownMay 1, 2025
Hybe IM

Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

Hybe IM focuses on expanding HYBE's entertainment offerings by developing games and managing publishing operations.

GamingOnline GamesVideo Games
Series UnknownApr 1, 2025
Amount Raised: $20,409,287
At Home

Seongdong, Kyonggi-do, South Korea

AtHome is a home lifestyle solution company which solves the hidden problems for the customers.

Home AppliancesHome DecorLifestyle
Series AFeb 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $12,558,648
Healing Paper

Seocho, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

Healing Paper uses ICT to improve medical service access, reduce costs, and balance information between experts and non-experts.

BeautyHealth CareMedicalmHealth
Series CFeb 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $29,702,535
Gangnam Unni

Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

Gangnam Unni is in the field of beauty medical services, helping users choose a treatment and plastic surgery hospital.

BeautyCosmetic SurgeryMedicalWellness
Series CFeb 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $29,702,535