SBVA Joins Nvidia's K-Physical AI Startup Alliance

SBVA is ready to inject new vitality into the domestic AI ecosystem by joining the NVIDIA-led 'Korea Physical AI Startup Alliance'. SBVA, which boasts unrivaled expertise in AI and deep tech investment, has announced its ambition to contribute to the advancement of sovereign AI technology and the robust growth of the related ecosystem through this participation. The 'Korea Physical AI Startup Alliance' is an innovative collaborative body for domestic AI startups, sharing the grand goals of AI industry development and the creation of an innovative ecosystem. Comprising government, global technology leaders, and venture capitalists, this alliance is a key platform that covers the entire process of physical AI technology development, including robotics, drones, and humanoids, while providing necessary infrastructure and practical growth support. Based on its participation in this alliance, SBVA plans to discover promising AI startups with innovative ideas and provide comprehensive support from the early stages to scale-up. Specifically, it will focus on maximizing opportunities for follow-on investment by leveraging its global network, actively supporting the strengthening of capabilities for overseas market entry, and assisting the strategic growth of startups through industry-specific customized mentoring. Lee Jun-pyo, CEO of SBVA, emphasized that beyond mere financial support, SBVA will become a steadfast helper for startups facing challenges on the global stage. He expressed his commitment to building a foundation for next-generation AI startups to lead the world, collaborating with global technology companies during this period of AI-centric industrial restructuring. SBVA's latest move is expected to be a critical turning point for domestic AI startups to gain global competitiveness and achieve exponential growth.