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Looking forward to sharing about Google for Startups and our work to develop startup ecosystems in Korea and across APAC with AMCHAM Korea!

Always an honor to work with Busan City on our Google for Startups efforts to develop this dynamic ecosystem into a global hub. Excited for year 3 of GFS Startup School Ai in Busan!

Thank you Governor Omura of Aichi & Mayor Kawamura of Nagoya City for your support of Google for Startups “Startup School Aichi”! 🚀 We look forward to working with the dynamic entrepreneurs of Aichi prefecture to develop the next game changing Ai startup!

우리 Korea Legacy Committee Movement의 핵심 사명은 항상 한국의 가난한 노인들에게 음식을 제공하는 것이었습니다. 하지만 KLC의 또 다른 중요한 가치는 한국의 젊은 지도자들에게 지역사회에 기여하고 봉사 정신을 심어주는 것입니다. 💪 젊은 아이들이 레거시 키친에서 (이번에는 우리 어르신들을 위해 맛있는 파인애플 잼을 만들며) 활동하는 모습을 보면 제 마음이 항상 따뜻해집니다 ❤️ 이 젊은 KLC 전사들과 함께하면 미래는 밝습니다! 🇰🇷 The core mission of our KLC Movement has always been to feed the impoverished elderly of Korea. However, another important value of KLC is to inspire and teach the next generation of young Korean leaders to give back to their communities and instill the values of volunteering. Seeing Legacy Kitchen filled with young kids ( in this case making delicious pineapple jam for our senior citizens ) always fills my heart ❤️ The future is bright with these Young KLC Warriors!

Calling all Korean #Ai Startups! Don't forget to apply for our Google for Startups Ai First Accelerator! https://lnkd.in/gtPjRXi5

Calling all innovative AI-driven startups across the Asia-Pacific region! 🚀 Join Google for Startups AI Academy APAC, a three-month program designed to help startups leverage Google's latest AI technologies. Gain strategic support, expert mentorship, and access to a global network of founders and industry leaders. Enhance your AI capabilities and learn best practices for securing your AI framework. Apply by August 16 and be part of the inaugural cohort!

It’s COMEUP time again — The journey toward a global nexus begins! COMEUP 2025, Korea’s global startup event, will take place at COEX, Seoul from December 10 to 12. This year, COMEUP sets its sights higher — aiming to expand its role as a Global Nexus, connecting innovators, investors, and ecosystem builders from across the world. ✨ What’s new in COMEUP 2025? 1. Region-specific strategies: Asia, North America, Africa, LATAM & more 2. Deeper focus on early-stage investment & cross border business collaboration 3. Broadened participation: from startups to global corporates, investors, and key players At the heart of this effort is the COMEUP 2025 Advisory Committee, now composed of 46 key figures including top startup founders, VCs, corporates, and ecosystem leaders. Together, they will help shape the event’s content, partnerships, and global direction. Stay tuned for more updates — and get ready to meet the world in Seoul this December. #COMEUP2025 #GlobalNexus #StartupKorea #GlobalStartupPlatform #InnovationEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #VC #OpenInnovation 👉 More info [Website] https://www.comeup.org [Press Release] https://lnkd.in/geQ63Uuf Sangwoo Han Josh Choi Jung-hee Ryu JaeKwon Son 진규장 Mike Kim Doer Youngil Ahn Hayeon Kim Hyunjae Lee 백승욱 HanBin Lee Greg (Kwangrog) Kim Andy Choi HYUNG JOON YOON Dongsuk Shin (사)한국엔젤투자협회_KBAN_교육 강동민 쿨리지코너인베스트먼트 WE Ventures Will Lee Kyuseung Keith Noh PIL GYU JEON Rocky KIM 조상래 James Jung John (Junghoon) Lee 이태호 Nami Chung KyoungHoon Harrison Kim Soo KIM 🔎 Curious about COMEUP updates and news? Follow us at @comeup_org!

It was an honor to speak at the Women Founder’s Summit to highlight how Google for Startups has and will continue to support women led companies in Korea and APAC. Huge “Thank You” to both Euna Huh, Leader of the New Reform Party ( 개혁신당 대표 허은아 ) & Si-Yuen Moon, President of Sookmyung Women’s University ( 문시연 총장 ) for inviting me to this meaningful event. Despite the current politics, one thing we can all agree on is supporting the growth of more women led startups in Korea! 🇰🇷🚀

Such a special week as we kickoff Google for Startups' first Ai Academy in APAC! In the next few months, 23 startups from 7 countries will receive 1:1 mentorship and training from Google experts to help grow and scale their #Ai startups across the region and globally. Check out the link below to learn more about our selected startups! Nicole Yap Jessica Chang Anna Lulka (Morikawa) JiHye Jenny Park Yuri Uehara Shino Tsuchiya

Digital systems are only as secure as their weakest link — and it’s vital to foster a startup ecosystem that can evolve with new technologies and the field’s best practices. Which is why I’m pleased to share the next edition of Google for Startups Growth Academy: #AI for Cybersecurity program starting in 2025. The program will help cybersecurity startups that are using AI, to build and scale by providing them with internationalization strategies, mentor support and Google tools & products. Interested? Apply now: goo.gle/GAcybersecurity

Google for Startups is thrilled to launch Year 3 of our 'Startup School: AI' program in Busan! Last week, with Mayor HeongJoon Park and local startup leaders, we kicked off our 2024 program to ensure we continue to develop this dynamic city into a global startup hub. Hope to see many of you there!

빠르게 발전하는 AI 시대, 성공에 필요한 핵심 스킬들을 배우고 싶으신가요? 구글 스타트업 캠퍼스와 부산시가 함께하는 AI 스타트업 스쿨을 소개합니다. Google for Startups 캠퍼스가 후원하는 부산의 스타트업 공간인 B. 스타트업 스테이션에서 진행되는 이 프로그램은 대한민국 동남권 지역에 기반을 둔 유망 창업가들 및 초기 단계 스타트업들이 AI 분야의 글로벌 리더로 성장할 수 있도록 지원하며, 총 6주간 6회의 세션을 통해 기업가정신부터 AI 최신 기술 트렌드까지 다양한 주제를 다룹니다. 2024년 8월 30일부터 10월 4일까지 구글의 전문가들과 업계 리더들, 성공을 거둔 여러 창업가와 직접 소통하며 AI 시대에 꼭 필요한 스킬을 배워보세요! 프로그램 신청 → http://goo.gle/ss-ai-busan

The #Gemini app is now available on iPhone – users now have easy access to Google’s personal AI assistant, right on your iPhone, free of charge. Such a strong tool for #startups as they now have easy access to features that help improve learning, creativity and productivity!

How do we ensure the youth of Korea leverage their immense talent to have promising careers and push the country forward? 🇰🇷 Excited to work with Seoul Mayor, Sehoon Oh, to tackle this challenge and provide essential trainings, especially around #Ai, to better equip startups & job seekers with the tools they need to grow and scale. To those in Korea, hope to see you at Google for Startups Campus Seoul during our free trainings and programs for all! 🚀🚀

지난주 부산을 방문하여 ‘부산시 창업 엑셀러레이터’ 오리엔테이션 행사에서 연설할 수 있어 영광이었습니다! 부산은 정말 역동적이고 흥미로운 도시이며, 150개 스타트업들이 이뤄낼 놀라운 성과들을 기대하고 있습니다! Google for Startups It was an honor to visit Busan last week and speak at the “Busan City Startup Accelerator” orientation event. Busan is such a dynamic and exciting city and I look forward to seeing all the amazing things the 150 startups will achieve!

Such a fun and unique experience to film an episode of #신랑수업 at Legacy Kitchen! A TV Milestone for Korea Legacy Committee 📺 🤩 HUGE Thank You to 서윤아 & 김동완 for taking the time to volunteer with Korea Legacy Committee and highlight our KLC Movement to a National Audience. ❤️ Legacy Kitchen is Open for ALL :) If you’re interested in volunteering or donating to our Movement, please click the link in my bio! 🙏 KLC 무브먼트에 함께 하고 싶으신가요? 🧡🧡 🍱 봉사를 하고 싶으시다면: 네이버 예약으로 신청 가능한데, 저희가 인기가 조금 좋아서 신청 오픈날에 보통 마감됩니다..! @korealegacy 인스타그램을 팔로우하고 봉사 신청 소식을 받아보세요 - https://lnkd.in/g3TwBzE7 🍱 기부를 하고 싶으시다면: 5,000원부터 가능합니다! 정기후원 & 일시후원 다 가능하니 링크를 통해 자세한 내용 확인해주세요. (기부금 영수증 발행 🙆🏻‍♀️) - https://lnkd.in/gFHSKBQT 🍱 기업 후원은 대.환.영 입니다. 연락주세요 🫶🏻

What a year it's been for Google for Startups Korea! From #Ai Academy to Startup School Busan & Seoul - So proud of all of our founders for continuing to build, scale and break ground on Ai innovation. Check out our 2024 Yearbook and founder profiles!

I love connecting our Google for Startups Founders to best of Google; especially when it's to our amazing Execs who give their time and mentorship to support the growth of our startups. Last week we had the honor of hosting Wilson L. White, our VP of Gov't Affairs, at Campus Seoul to meet some of our top #Ai Founders and discuss the future of the Korea startup ecosystem. Thank you for visiting!

Excited to support 아산나눔재단 (Asan Nanum Foundation) with this wonderful new initiative: #마루SF 🎉🎉

Last week our Google for Startups Korea Team along with our VP of Gov’t Affairs, Cris Turner, had the honor of collaborating with the Governor of of North Gyeongsang Province for an MOU to provide training to local businesses and entrepreneurs on leveraging Google’s tools, including #Ai and Maps, to strengthen their digital presence. Looking forward to the 2025 APEC Summit later in the year in this special province! 지난주, Google for Startups Korea 팀은 구글 대외협력정책 지식 및 정보 부문 부사장 크리스 터너(Cris Turner)와 함께 경상북도를 방문하여 뜻깊은 시간을 가졌습니다. 경상북도 도지사와 협력하여 지역 스타트업과 창업가들이 #AI와 Google Maps와 같은 Google의 도구를 활용해 디지털 역량을 강화할 수 있도록 지원하는 MOU를 체결했습니다. 올해 말 경상북도에서 개최될 2025 APEC 정상회의 또한 매우 기대됩니다!

Was a joy to host Roblox VP of Developer Relations, Matthew Curtis, at Google for Startups Campus Seoul this week for our final 'Campus Pocha' of 2024! He shared valuable insights on the global gaming industry and exciting #Ai developments for Korean game developers. Thank you to all those who came out and hope to see more stellar games being developed!

Applications are OPEN for Google for Startups AI Academy APAC! 🚀 This three-month program will help startups leverage Google's latest AI technologies, and learn best practices for securing your AI framework. Only 5 days left to apply - Applications are open until August 16th: https://lnkd.in/gyCHniWZ

Earlier in the year, in collaboration with Seoul Mayor, Sehoon Oh, we launched Google for Startups 'Startup School AI' with the shared vision of training thousands of startups on emerging Ai technology. As we look towards 2025, we are excited to continue to work together to not only develop Seoul into one of the most dynamic startup ecosystems in the world, but a global leader on #Ai.

A joy to host Google DeepMind COO, Lila Ibrahim, in Korea! Hope you visit again soon 🤩

#Ai Startups will revolutionize the ecosystem across APAC, and this week we had the great pleasure of hosting 23 incredible founders from 7 countries in Singapore for Google for Startups' inaugural Ai Academy! These innovators are using #AI to solve real-world challenges, from increasing access to financial services and healthcare to breaking down language barriers with companies like Devnagri! Check out the video below to see the Google for Startups #Ai Bootcamp in action, and read more about the startups and their innovations here: https://lnkd.in/gHvP5Ywx

Google for Startups Campus Seoul is turning 10! 🎉 To celebrate, we're hosting the Startup #AI Festival! Explore groundbreaking AI innovations & connect with top AI startup founders. This special 10th-anniversary edition will feature exclusive insights into the AI-driven future. Join us as we celebrate a decade of innovation and empower the next generation of AI leaders. See you there! goo.gle/AiFestival2025 #googleforstartups10

This week, we were proud to officially launch Startup School in Korea! 🚀 We had the privilege of bringing together leaders from across the southern provinces, along with the Mayor of Busan, to celebrate this milestone. Their presence underscores the importance of collaboration between government, local ecosystems, and the global tech community in shaping the future of innovation. At Google for Startups, our mission is to equip the next generation of founders with the tools they need to thrive; helping entrepreneurs understand not only how to build with AI, but also how to responsibly and sustainably scale their ideas to create real-world impact. This launch is just the beginning—we are excited to see how these founders will grow, break new ground, and contribute to Korea’s vibrant startup ecosystem. 🌏✨ #GoogleForStartups #StartupSchool #AI #Entrepreneurship #Busan #Korea

Earlier this year we launched "Startup School AI" with Seoul City to help entrepreneurs leverage the best of Google’s AI technologies. To conclude the program we came together yesterday for a joint Job Fair to promote exciting startups ( who are eager to hire talent! ) with recent graduates looking to start an exciting career. Both Google for Startups and Seoul City shared the same vision to empower the next generation of great AI Startups with the dynamic youth talent pool in the city. Looking forward to growing this Job Fair annually and seeing even more Unicorns Rise in Korea! 🇰🇷🚀

Such a special moment at the 2025 APEC CEO Summit in Gyeongju, Korea! This global gathering of leaders and innovators highlighted the incredible potential of the Asia-Pacific region — and Korea’s startup ecosystem is right at the heart of it. At Google for Startups, we’re proud to support Korean founders with the AI tools, mentorship, and resources they need to build bold, world-changing companies. 🚀 Truly an honor to host our Google CMO, Simon Kahn, at the Summit to empower the next generation of innovators shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship right here in Korea. 🇰🇷 #APEC2025 #GoogleForStartups #AI #KoreanStartups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

Last Friday we launched Google for Startups “Startup School Aichi” in Nagoya City! To kickoff the program we had a special ceremony with the Daruma, a symbol of perseverance and good luck. I can’t think of a better way to send best wishes to all our Japanese startup founders who will be participating in GFS Startup School Aichi! 🚀 Shino Tsuchiya Yuri Uehara Anna Lulka (Morikawa)

Big news for the Indian startup ecosystem! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Google for Startups Hub at the T-Hub campus in Hyderabad, in partnership with the @Government of Telangana. By leveraging Hyderabad's deep talent pool, our GFS Hub creates a flywheel for AI-first startups to ideate, build, and scale globally This launch is more than just a physical space; it’s a testament to our deep commitment to this region. At Google, we believe that the solutions to the world's most complex challenges will come from founders in Asia—and India is undeniably leading that charge. I cannot wait to see what the Hyderabad startup community build with the full support of Google’s ecosystem, mentorship, and technology behind them. To the founders, builders, and dreamers in Telangana: Let’s build the future together! Learn more about our vision and join the waitlist here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gF4QkjHy

We’re making robots more capable than ever in the physical world. 🤖 Introducing Gemini Robotics 1.5: a new family of models to enable robots to better reason, plan ahead, use digital tools like Google Search, and interact with humans. ⤵️ It’s made up of: 🔹 Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5: This acts as the system's high-level brain, helping it think, see and orchestrate tools. 🔹 Gemini Robotics 1.5: This is responsible for turning instructions into a robot's movements. It can generate an internal dialogue in natural language to improve how it moves. Our system can also transfer knowledge learned across different embodiments, helping them become smarter and more useful. This progress marks an important milestone towards solving AGI in the physical world. Find out why → https://lnkd.in/ecAqnSma

What a milestone! Last week, we marked the 10th anniversary of Google for Startups Campus Seoul—a decade of empowering bold ideas, accelerating world-class startups, and building a thriving ecosystem in the heart of Korea. The celebration brought together an inspiring mix of startup founders, partners, alumni, and team members, all of whom have shaped this journey. It was a powerful reminder of the vision, grit, and creativity that have defined our community over the years. Bradley Horowitz Irene Au Aarush Selvan Karen Fiester Hannah Curran A huge shoutout to the incredible GFS Campus team—past and present—whose dedication, heart, and hustle made this anniversary not just a look back, but a launchpad for what’s next. 🚀 Here’s to the next 10 years of dreaming bigger, building faster, and pushing boundaries. Let’s keep going. 💥 #GFSSeoul10 #StartupEcosystem #FoundersFirst #Innovation #Teamwork #Next10 JiHye Jenny Park Jessica Chang YeSeul (Lio) Kim Sunho Chung

What an incredible week for the Google for Startups APAC teams! It was fantastic to come together in Singapore to explore how we can support the region’s dynamic founders and ensure they have access to the best of Google to scale their startups globally. Cheers to an exciting 2025 ahead! 🚀🚀

We were honored to welcome National Assembly Member JunSeok Lee and DongJin Koh to the Google for Startups Gemini Sprint in Seoul. Their presence and encouragement were deeply appreciated by the founders and teams participating in the sprint, all working at the forefront of AI innovation in Korea. Thank you to Google VP Wilson L. White for highlighting the importance of fostering responsible #Ai startups in Korea. Moments like these help inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs to dream bigger and build bolder. Jessica Chang JiHye Jenny Park Sunho Chung YeSeul (Lio) Kim KyoungHoon Harrison Kim Grace (Sung-Hye) Hwang (황성혜) Hojun Lee

To our Korea Legacy Committee Family, In 2015, what started as a small volunteer event has grown into something far greater than I could have ever imagined; A National Movement to feed senior citizens, powered by you, the Young Leaders of Korea. Today, I stand before you with deep gratitude, to share that I will be stepping down as the Leader and Chairman of the Korea Legacy Committee at the end of this year. This decision does not come lightly, but after much reflection, and as I prepare for the next chapter of my life, I believe this is the right moment to hand over the reins to the next generation of young leaders. As it has always been their energy, creativity, and passion that carried this KLC mission forward. It has been the honor of a lifetime to have been able to build this KLC Movement with all of you for the past 10 years. And I want to remind you all, that my departure is not the end, it’s simply the passing of the baton to you, the next generation of great Korean Leaders. I am confident that with the continued passion of this KLC community, the organization will not only endure but grow stronger in the years ahead. Thank you for taking this journey with me. Now, it’s your turn to build your Legacy. 🇰🇷♥️ KLC를 사랑해주시는 모든 분들께, 2015년, 작은 봉사활동으로 시작된 KLC의 여정이 제가 상상했던 것보다 훨씬 더 큰 청년 단체로 성장했습니다. 이는 바로 여러분, 대한민국의 젊은 리더들이 노인 빈곤 문제 해결을 위해 함께 헌신하여 만들어낸 결과입니다. 오늘, 저는 깊은 감사와 함께 한 가지 소식을 전하고자 합니다. 저는 올해 말을 끝으로 Korea Legacy Committee의 리더이자 회장직에서 물러나고자 합니다. 결코 가벼운 마음으로 내린 결정은 아닙니다. 오랜 고민과 깊은 성찰 끝에, 그리고 제 삶의 다음 페이지를 준비하면서, 차세대 젊은 리더들에게 이끌어갈 바통을 넘겨줄 적절한 시점이라는 확신을 했습니다. 언제나 KLC의 사명을 이끌어온 것은 무엇보다도 젊은 청년 리더들의 에너지, 창의성, 그리고 뜨거운 열정이었습니다. 지난 10년 동안 여러분과 함께 KLC를 만들어 온 것은 제 인생의 가장 큰 영광이었습니다. 제가 리더 자리에서 물러나는 것은 끝이 아니라, 단지 다음 시대의 청년 리더들에게 바통을 넘기는 새로운 순간과 시작일 뿐이라는 점을 말씀드립니다. 앞으로도 KLC 공동체의 지속적인 열정과 헌신으로, 이 조직은 더욱 강하고 단단하게 성장해 나갈 것이라 확신합니다. 그동안 KLC의 여정을 저와 함께해 주셔서 진심으로 감사드립니다. 이제, 여러분이 레거시를 만들어갈 차례입니다. 🇰🇷♥️ #KoreaLegacyCommittee #코리아레거시 #KLC #코리아레거시커미티

Earlier in the year I had the privilege of sharing our Korea Legacy Committee story with the 아산나눔재단 (Asan Nanum Foundation) ( an incredible partner in our KLC Movement ❤️ ) As we hit 9 years, I’m so grateful for all those who continue to support KLC and our Mission to feed the elderly of Korea. Thank you Asan Nanum for believing in us from Day 1 - We couldn’t have come this far without your support! 🚀 #아산나눔재단 #코리어레거시 #KoreaLegacy #KLC #봉사 #korealegacycommittee #코리아레거시커미티 #봉사활동

For those in Seoul, hope you’ll join our October Google for Startups Campus Pocha!! Thrilled to have the one and only Bokkee Lee , CEO of Wanted Lab join us to share valuable startup insights. See you Wednesday!

Exciting October lineup at Google for Startups Campus Seoul! Hope to see you! 🚀