SK Telecom Ventures

SK Telecom Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of SK Telecom, focusing on strategic investments in technology startups worldwide. The firm primarily invests in early to mid-stage companies seeking their first or subsequent rounds of strategic capital. Its investment areas include mobile platforms and infrastructures, semiconductors, and enterprise solutions such as compute, storage, and networking. The firm also explores emerging technologies like AI, machine learning, natural language processing, augmented and virtual reality, robotics, blockchain, 4D printing, and new materials. SK Telecom Ventures operates globally, with a particular emphasis on markets in the United States, South Korea, China, Japan, Vietnam, and the Philippines. The firm aims to build long-term value for its portfolio companies by providing not only financial investment but also deep technical and strategic guidance, access to leading-edge engineering and manufacturing resources, and the brand value associated with a globally recognized mobile services provider. Success is defined by the ability to provide deep and lasting value to both portfolio companies and SK Telecom. The firm has been active in various sectors, including telecommunications, semiconductors, enterprise solutions, cloud computing, IoT, and emerging technologies. Notable investments include a $100 million investment in Anthropic, an AI safety and research company, and a $200 million investment in SMART Global Holdings, a designer and developer of high-performance enterprise solutions. These investments reflect SK Telecom Ventures' commitment to advancing growth opportunities and strategic partnerships in the global technology market.

In addition to its financial investments, SK Telecom Ventures offers its portfolio companies access to SK Telecom's domain expertise in areas such as AI, data centers, AI infrastructure, super-highway B2B AI solutions, and AIX B2C AI agent services. This support aims to maximize portfolio value and foster innovation within the companies it invests in. The firm's strategic focus on these areas underscores its dedication to driving technological advancements and supporting the growth of its portfolio companies in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Through its investments and strategic partnerships, SK Telecom Ventures continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology by supporting innovative startups and fostering the development of cutting-edge solutions across various industries. Its global presence and comprehensive support system make it a significant player in the venture capital landscape, committed to driving innovation and delivering value to both its portfolio companies and the broader technology ecosystem.