Naver D2SF Invests in Audio Tech Company 'Gaudiolab'

[Asia Economy Reporter Buaeri] Naver's startup incubation organization D2SF announced on the 14th that it has invested in the audio tech startup 'GaudioLab.'

GaudioLab's Series B funding round amounted to 11.3 billion KRW, led by LB Investment.

GaudioLab has developed technology that delivers immersive audio experiences across various content environments. It possesses 'spatial audio' technology that automatically creates three-dimensional sound by considering user movements and device characteristics.

Since its launch in 2015, Naver D2SF has engaged with GaudioLab to explore potential collaboration points. This later led to technological cooperation between Naver's video platform and GaudioLab.

Starting with 'volume leveling technology' that automatically provides optimized volume tailored to user environments, GaudioLab and Naver jointly developed and implemented services such as 'immersive audio technology,' which allows users to feel vivid presence and immersion online. This investment marks a plan to further strengthen cooperation between the two companies.

Jang Jun-gi, Head of Naver E-Tech, stated, "In the era of remote interactions, delivering the best sense of presence to users requires highly immersive audio experiences. Naver plans to provide an evolved user experience by collaborating with GaudioLab, which holds the best technology in the audio field."

Oh Hyun-oh, CEO of GaudioLab, said, "We will pioneer new markets with overwhelming audio technology and become the standard in the metaverse audio market. We aim to enhance the audio experience for users worldwide."

Meanwhile, since its launch in 2015, Naver D2SF has invested in 78 technology startups. It is currently recruiting new investment teams through its website and is promoting various synergies between Naver and technology startups.

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