FuturePlay Secures PE License... Advancing as a Comprehensive Investment Firm Covering AC and VC

Expanding Investment Spectrum from AC and VC to PE
Supporting Companies from Pre-Startup, Growth, to Post-Listing
Building a Virtuous Cycle in the Venture Ecosystem

FuturePlay has obtained qualifications as a private equity fund manager (PE), establishing a full-cycle investment system for companies.

On November 3, FuturePlay announced, "By securing the 'General Partner for Institutional Private Equity Fund' license, we are now able to cover the entire corporate lifecycle, from the pre-startup stage to scaling up, and through to maturity after listing."

Previously, FuturePlay began as a company builder for tech entrepreneurs in 2013, acquired an accelerator (AC) license in 2019, and obtained venture capital (VC) qualifications in 2023, establishing Korea’s first AC expansion-type VC model. Moving forward, FuturePlay plans to leverage its technology-focused investment expertise and value-up experience to go beyond simple equity investment, strengthening its role in designing optimal capital structures tailored to each stage of a company's growth.

Kwon Ohyung, CEO of FuturePlay, stated, "If a company we have invested in continues to pursue growth and expansion even after listing, it is our role to accompany them on that journey as well. This qualification is not just about expanding our investment stages, but about evolving into an all-encompassing investment firm that supports entrepreneurs at every critical moment. We aim to create a virtuous investment ecosystem that extends from capital supply to supporting entrepreneurs from startup to post-listing."

Recently, FuturePlay transitioned to a sole leadership system under CEO Kwon Ohyung, further strengthening its capabilities to support entrepreneurs. The company is assisting founders preparing for global expansion with overseas business development, building international networks, and attracting follow-on investment. For deep-tech companies, it is designing and connecting stage-specific fundraising and alternative financial solutions to lay the foundation for long-term growth.

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