Grit, Idea, Technology

EVPass is a South Korean-based start-up with a vision to transform urban transportation with innovative electric kickboards. The company is on a mission to create a smart and eco-friendly transportation system that enables people to move around safely and stylishly. With a focus on customer experience and convenience, EVPass aims to become a leading player in the global electric motorcycle and kickboard market. According to market research firm Global Market Insights, the global electric motorcycle and kickboard market was valued at approximately USD 15.5 billion in 2017, with an expected compound annual growth rate of about 5 percent by 2024. The industry is already emerging as a trendy and high-potential market, with global venture capital firms such as Sequoia Capital and Uber rushing to invest. EVPass aims to differentiate itself from existing solutions by offering a more advanced and innovative product. The company's electric kickboards have a unique design with a low gravity ...

The digital asset/NFT market has experienced a cooling period recently due to rising inflation rates and restrictions on interest rate hikes. However, companies that can weather this temporary situation will benefit greatly in the next cycle. Unveiled is a company that aims to provide transparency in NFT investments, resolving the degree of information asymmetry between the project entity that issued the NFT and the investor. NFTs have evolved into utility assets that provide access to exclusive content and benefits. Many domestic and international game companies are using metaverses and NFTs to transfer ownership of in-game assets to users and create a structure to share revenue with users based on their contributions. However, the degree of information asymmetry between the project entity and the investor is stronger in NFT investments than in other investment markets, making it challenging for investors to make informed decisions. Unveiled processes transaction data on-chain, projec...

Dental care has always been an integral part of our daily lives. However, according to the National Assembly Research Service, only 6 out of 10 people receive regular oral examinations, with the incidence of cavities among children on the rise. This highlights the need for more preventive solutions that prioritize dental health before it becomes a larger problem. Enter iCLO, a company with a mission to innovate in the $30 billion global dental care market and establish a preventive system platform based on 2 million oral big data. Their solution, MyDentist, aims to tackle the growing need for oral care in an aging society. MyDentist leverages the latest technology to provide a comprehensive oral health solution that addresses the pain points of its target customers. The solution includes an oral disease prediction system based on AI deep learning, a home camera for detecting and analyzing dental status, and a cavity detection algorithm developed in collaboration with university hospita...

SeYoung sat at his desk, staring blankly at the computer screen in front of him. He had just gotten dressed down by his senior, a man named Mr. Lee, for missing a critical deadline. The words still echoed in his head, the harsh criticism of his abilities and the thinly veiled threat of termination. "SeYoung, what do you even do all day?" Mr. Lee had sneered. "I can't believe I trusted you with this project. You're lucky I don't fire you on the spot." SeYoung sighed, feeling defeated. He knew he was better than this, that he was capable of great things. But it seemed like no matter what he did, he always ended up falling short. Just then, his phone lit up with a notification. It was the mysterious app he had downloaded a few days prior. SeYoung frowned, wondering why it was sending him a message now, of all times. He opened it, and to his surprise, the app spoke to him in a digital voice. "SeYoung, do you want to escape your mundane reality and becom...

In a world where technology reigned supreme.. A young man named SeYoung, like any other ordinary person, working a 9-5 job and trying to make ends meet. Everything changed, one day when he stumbled upon a mysterious app on his phone. The app promised to change his life forever.  With nothing to lose, SeYoung decided to download it.  As soon as he opened it, he was transported to a parallel world where technology was at the forefront of everything and where people with unique abilities known as "Tech Startups" ruled the world. SeYoung soon discovered that he too possessed a unique ability, one that allowed him to create and develop technology at a faster rate than anyone else. He was determined to rise to the top, to become one of the greatest Tech Startups the world had ever seen. With the determination of a true hero, SeYoung set out on a journey to become the strongest Tech Startup in the world. A journey that would test his abilities, his courage, and his resolve. A journe...

South Korea is facing a unique challenge in its housing market, with 49.1% of its homes being over 20 years old and 19.4% over 30 years, leading to a pressing need for maintenance. This has resulted in a thriving industry for housing maintenance, with 68.5% of the country's homes being subject to maintenance and the order status for the top 10 construction companies reaching $25 billion in 2021. With 2,500 housing maintenance associations operating across the country, the importance of efficient and effective methods for conducting general meetings cannot be overstated. The COVID-19 pandemic has further complicated this situation, making it difficult to secure a quorum for offline general meetings. This, combined with a preference for inexpensive electronic methods for exchanging information, has led to a need for a solution that can overcome the limitations of traditional, resource-intensive general meetings. Click  ReadyPost , a platform that supports online non-face-to-face serv...

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the concept of Web 3.0 is poised to return the power to the users by leveraging the breakthrough potential of blockchain technology. While the blockchain industry has come a long way since the presentation of its first white paper, the real test of success in this new era lies in the development and adoption of Web 3.0 services that offer scalability and efficiency. Enter M2 Ventures, a company that is set to disrupt the industry with their flagship service, COASE(SG) . The problem faced by many blockchain companies today is the lack of scalability and widespread adoption. Despite the many promising projects in the industry, the most significant challenge remains the lack of a viable business model that can sustain the growth of the service and bring it to the masses. M2 Ventures offers a unique solution to this challenge by combining technical expertise with a focus on efficiency and profitability. M2 Ventures has designed a two-pronged busines...

Spider Silk is a cutting-edge company with a mission to revolutionize the market of industrial adhesive and heat dissipating materials. With the advancement of technology and increasing performance of electronic devices, the need for materials that can support this growth has become critical. Spider Silk has set out to meet this demand with its innovative and effective solutions. The market for industrial adhesive materials has grown exponentially in recent years, with a global market size estimated at $70 billion and a domestic market size of $3 billion as of 2020. Meanwhile, the market for heat dissipating materials has also experienced growth, with a global market size estimated at $15 billion and a domestic market size of 58 billion won as of 2020. Despite this growth, the conventional manufacturing process of multilayer coating has been plagued by problems such as the diffusion of acrylic monomers in the ultraviolet process, which leads to a change in the composition of the materi...

HoPae is proud to announce the launch of their revolutionary blockchain based login system ' Furo '. With a mission to bring secure and streamlined digital identity solutions, Furo is poised to disrupt the identity certification market. The decentralized ID (DID) trend is gaining traction as the next alternative to public certification, with more than 40 million cases of public certification being used in South Korea alone. Private certification services, such as PASS, have seen 10 million downloads before 2020, showcasing the growing demand for blockchain-based systems. The market for blockchain-based identity certification is projected to grow from 10 billion dollars in 2021 to 25 billion dollars in 2025. Despite the growing demand for blockchain-based solutions in the private sector, there currently exists no dominant player in the market. This presents an opportunity for a seasoned challenger to tackle this market head-on, and HoPae's Furo is poised to do just that. Wit...

As the gig economy continues to rise, the job market has become increasingly fragmented, with more and more individuals seeking additional work alongside their full or part-time jobs. This has created a demand for a platform that can connect people with flexible, part-time employment opportunities that fit within their schedules. WorksBe has emerged as a solution to this growing problem. WorksBe is a part-time job matching service that uses an optimum block combination (OBC) algorithm to connect job seekers with employers who are looking for workers with specific skill sets and availability. The OBC algorithm is designed to recommend jobs that match not only the job seeker's skills and location, but also their career aspirations, reputation, and other key factors. This creates a more meaningful match, leading to higher hire conversion rates and better job satisfaction for both the worker and the employer. In 2020, the global market size for part-time job matching platforms was 21 b...

Bubble Cloud Corp. is a South Korean startup with a mission to bring digital transformation to the pet beauty market. The company was founded by a group of experienced entrepreneurs with a successful track record in the pet industry. The worldwide pet market is growing at an impressive 6.1% annually and is expected to reach 217 billion dollars in 2026. The South Korean pet market, which is worth 3 billion dollars as of 2022, is projected to grow to 6 billion in 2027. Moreover, the trend for premium pet products is increasing, with the pet beauty market growing 92.5% over the past three years. Despite the growth of the pet beauty market, digital transformation in this sector is lagging. This presents a significant challenge for pet beauty businesses, particularly with the increasing demand for more convenient and efficient services. To address this challenge, Bubble Cloud Corp. has developed Groomernote , a CRM solution for pet beauty businesses. This innovative service provides a platf...

Human Ace Corp. is on a mission to change the way we conduct cell research by creating a world without animal experimentation. The traditional method of 2D cell experimentation has proven to be unreliable due to its inability to accurately capture cell-to-cell interactions. This has hindered progress in medical research and development. The solution to this problem lies in 3D organ-on-a-chip technology, which aims to recreate cell-to-cell and organ-to-organ interactions in a controlled in-vitro environment. Human Ace Corp. is dedicated to revitalizing this technology and bringing it to the masses through mass production systems. Examples of the organ-on-a-chip technology include liver-on-a-chip and brain-on-a-chip. This technology offers several benefits over traditional methods of cell research. Firstly, it provides an ethical alternative to animal experimentation, which is becoming increasingly controversial and restricted. Secondly, it offers a more accurate representation of cell i...

The Avengers may be the first ones who shouted "Wakanda Forever," but did you know it was actually T'Challa who came up with the phrase? Indeed, this iconic line was inspired by a traditional Wakandan salute.   Legend has it that when two warriors from different tribes meet in competition or battle, they would exclaim "Wakanda Forever" as a sign of respect for each other and their country.   The phrase was an instant hit among the Wakandan people, so much so that it quickly spread to the rest of the world with T'Challa's debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It soon became an international rallying cry for justice and equality.   Today, when you hear anyone shout "Wakanda Forever," you can be sure they know its significance and stand in solidarity with the people of Wakanda. It's a powerful reminder that even in times of great turmoil and injustice, unity and bravery can bring us through anything. Wakanda forever!

The Green Comet is a beautiful nature phenomenon enjoyed by millions of people around the world every year. Its origins are said to date back thousands of years, when ancient Chinese astronomers first reported seeing a bright green light in the night sky.   This mysterious comet appears as a brilliant luminous green streak in the sky, sometimes with a red or blue trail in its wake. While the origins of this celestial visitor remain a mystery, it has captivated viewers with its beautiful and unique sight.   During the months of June and July each year, people gather to witness the Green Comet's brief passage through our night sky. It rises quickly in the east before fading into view in the west, leaving a breathtaking trail of stars in its wake.   The Green Comet is often considered to be a messenger from the heavens, with many ancient cultures believing it was an omen of good luck and fortune. For centuries, these celestial visitors have been celebrated around the world a...

  Set in the near future, this story tells the tale of a Chinese spy balloon sent on a secret mission to gather intelligence. The balloon is equipped with advanced technology and maneuverability capabilities that allow it to travel long distances and accurately collect information about its surroundings. It has been designed to be virtually undetectable by humans or other surveillance methods, making it the perfect tool for espionage.   The story follows the balloon as it travels around the world, gathering intelligence and transmitting it back to its Chinese controllers. In one instance, it is able to detect an American submarine in the Indian Ocean that was previously unknown to China. The mission proves to be a success and the balloon returns home with valuable information in hand.   However, things don't go as smoothly for the Chinese controllers as they had hoped. As the balloon reaches its home base, it is intercepted by a foreign power and shot down before it can t...

The San Francisco 49ers’ dream of a return trip to the Super Bowl was dashed on Sunday, as they fell to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship Game. After coming from behind to take a fourth-quarter lead, the 49ers were unable to hold off an inspired Eagles team, and ultimately lost by a score of 25-23. The game began on a positive note for San Francisco, as the team forced an Eagles punt on their first possession, and then drove deep into Philadelphia territory. However, the drive stalled at the Eagles’ 19-yard line, and kicker Robbie Gould missed a 37-yard field goal attempt which would have given the 49ers an early lead. The Eagles took advantage of the missed opportunity, as quarterback Nick Foles orchestrated a nine-play, 77-yard drive that culminated with a touchdown pass to tight end Zach Ertz. The score put the Eagles into the lead 7-0, and was a sign of things to come in a game dominated by Philadelphia. The 49ers responded with a drive of their own, as quarterback Ji...