Naver D2SF (D2 Startup Factory) announced on the 22nd that it is recruiting new startups in the immersive technology field to lead the Metaverse ecosystem.
Applications can be submitted through the D2SF website until August 28th, and investment will be made in the final selected team and opportunities for cooperation with Naver technology and business will also be provided. Starting with this open recruitment, we plan to further expand strategic investment across immersive technologies.
Immersive technology is a technology that can create a lively user experience and encompasses 3D, virtual humans, digital assets, and digital twins. This includes basic technologies for implementing immersive services and content, such as hardware, data processing, and networks.
Naver D2SF will directly invest in the team finally selected through a technical and business organization meeting with Naver D2SF and promote exchange and cooperation with Naver. To encourage close collaboration, we provide ▲ a dedicated work space in Naver’s second office building ▲ Naver Cloud and technology solutions ▲ frequent networking with Naver members.
In addition, to support the growth of startups, we provide support for ▲dedicated work space in front of Gangnam Station, ▲promotion and marketing, ▲attraction of follow-up investment, and ▲community with grown startups.
Yang Sang-hwan, leader of Naver D2SF, said, “Immersive technology is the foundational technology and next-generation core technology that can realize a vibrant user experience by breaking down the boundaries of platforms.” He added, “Through this new investment round, we will invest more actively across immersive technologies.” “We will pursue cooperation,” he said.
Meanwhile, immersive technology startups accounted for the largest proportion of 24% of D2SF’s total investment last year, and ‘Gaudio Lab’, which developed immersive audio solutions, has joined Naver and ‘Immersive Audio’ after D2SF’s new investment. technology’ were jointly developed and applied to Naver NOW. LetinAR, which developed AR glass optical solutions, G-Motion and N.Light, which developed 3D engines, and Morai and MobilTech, which developed digital twin solutions, are also growing after attracting investment from Naver D2SF.
Source: Pangyo Techno Valley Official Newsroom
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