Notes:
This webpage lists leading entities in South Korea involved in the development and application of virtual human technologies. It features a broad range of organizations, including those specializing in 3D graphics, AD-tech-based digital advertising, creative storytelling platforms, AI human services using conversational systems and real-time chatbots, and tools that produce lifelike digital companions. Several entries focus on immersive technologies such as holoportation, volumetric capture, and motion tracking systems. Others are dedicated to developing software solutions across sectors like security, finance, and entertainment, or creating metaverse platforms and interactive avatars. The list also includes research institutions, tourism and cultural organizations, game developers, digital content studios, advertising agencies, and companies advancing AI-based media production, motion capture tools, and character animation.
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- AFUN Interactive – AFUN Interactive is a 3D graphics company that creates 3D content with real-time rendering technology.
- CHAI Communication – CHAI Communication is a digital general advertising company based on AD-Tech.
- Cutting Edge Co., Ltd. – Cutting Edge Co., Ltd. is a creative storytelling platform company.
- DeepBrainAI – DeepBrainAI provides AI human services using conversational AI, image and voice synthesis, and real-time chatbots.
- dob Studio – dob Studio creates virtual human sidekicks that are indistinguishable from real people using online tools.
- DoubleMe – DoubleMe offers holoportation and volumetric capture solutions for immersive metaverse experiences.
- ESTsoft – ESTsoft is a comprehensive software company offering AI, security, finance, and chatbot services.
- EVR Studio – EVR Studio develops content in digital humans, XR, AAA console games, and the metaverse.
- FXGear, Inc – FXGear provides VR content production with in-house developed camera technologies.
- Giantstep – Giantstep is a creative tech firm partnering with global brands in entertainment and advertising.
- Kakao Corporation – Kakao is a global messaging service provider offering free 1:1 and group chat via KakaoTalk.
- Kakao Entertainment – Kakao Entertainment is the entertainment subsidiary of Kakao operating in media and content production.
- klleon – Klleon provides AI virtual chatbot services enabling interactions with custom virtual characters.
- Korea Institute of Science and Technology – KIST is a multidisciplinary research institute located in Seoul, Korea.
- Korea Tourism Organization – KTO promotes Korean travel and provides tourism information.
- Krafton – Krafton is a game development company known for creating original and globally connected game experiences.
- LG AI Research – LG AI Research pioneers industrial and environmental innovation through cutting-edge AI.
- Lotte Group – Lotte Group is Korea’s largest food conglomerate, producing a wide range of food and beverage products.
- maum.ai – maum.ai is an AI-as-a-Service platform offering various machine learning-based solutions.
- METABUILD – METABUILD provides AI platforms for applications such as AI music, accident detection, and simulation.
- Motion Technology – Motion Technology develops motion capture and animation tools since 1999.
- NAVER Corporation – NAVER develops versatile motion capture systems with full-body and finger tracking.
- NEOENTDX Inc. – NEOENTDX creates virtual influencers aimed at challenging stereotypes in the metaverse.
- Neptune – Neptune is a South Korean game development studio.
- Netmarble – Netmarble is a global gaming company focused on fun, challenge, and innovation.
- On Mind Inc. – OnMind develops 3D digital humans and is a Neptune subsidiary under the Kakao group.
- PONY – PONY enables interactive media content creation between developers and audiences.
- Pulse Nine – Pulse9 specializes in artificial intelligence imaging technology research.
- Saltlux – Saltlux holds the most AI-related patents in Korea and specializes in data science and knowledge graphs.
- Smilegate – Smilegate is a global entertainment company creating high-value IPs.
- TBWAKOREA – TBWAKOREA is a top-ranked foreign-owned independent advertising agency in Korea.
- TwinWorld – TwinWorld creates a real-world metaverse merging digital and physical interactions.
- VA Corporation – VA Corporation provides one-stop virtual media platforms for next-generation content production.
- Yuehua Entertainment Korea – Yuehua Entertainment Korea manages global entertainment talent including WOODZ and Everglow.
- ZEPETO – ZEPETO is a metaverse platform where users can create and explore as their digital avatars.