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Key people at NaverZ.
NaverZ was founded in 2020 by Dae-wook Kim (Founder & Co-Chief Executive Officer).
Naver Z operates ZEPETO, an avatar-centric social metaverse that enables users to create personalized 3D avatars, engage in virtual interactions, and express individuality within digital environments. The platform incorporates a robust creator ecosystem through ZEPETO Studio, empowering its community to develop and share diverse content across intuitive and immersive virtual spaces. This technical foundation supports a broad spectrum of user-generated experiences and digital self-representation.
ZEPETO was initially introduced in 2018 by Naver Corporation, a prominent South Korean internet technology company. Recognizing the significant opportunity within 3D avatar technology for fostering social connections and creative expression, Naver strategically evolved the ZEPETO platform into Naver Z Corporation as an independent entity. This organizational structure facilitated dedicated focus on advancing the metaverse offering and scaling its global presence.
The platform serves a vast global audience that seeks engaging digital communities, innovative entertainment, and novel avenues for self-expression through virtual identities. Naver Z is committed to cultivating an expansive virtual ecosystem where users can seamlessly interact with established brands and intellectual properties, envisioning a future characterized by ubiquitous digital interaction and creative empowerment within its evolving metaverse.
Key people at NaverZ.
NaverZ was founded in 2020 by Dae-wook Kim (Founder & Co-Chief Executive Officer).
NaverZ has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $5.1M Series A in UModeler in May 2022.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2022 | UModeler | $5.1M Series A | KB Investment, WE Ventures | Strong Ventures |
| Mar 1, 2022 | KlayCity | $4.0M Seed | Animoca Brands, Krust | CrunchFund, Dragonfly Capital, Rarestone Capital, A&T Capital, Friendsgames, GBV Capital, HG Ventures, Kyros Ventures, OKX Ventures, Playdapp, ROK Capital, Stablenode |