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AroundX

Funds Korean startups building products and market access with global companies through open-innovation projects.

Ministry of SMEs and StartupsSouth KoreaGrant

Korean startups can receive up to KRW 200 million while building technology and market projects with one of 17 global companies. AroundX is the Ministry of SMEs and Startups’ open-innovation route for startups that need a corporate partner, technical input, or an international route to market. The first stage matches selected startups with companies across technology and industry. MSS supplies com…

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 5 Aug 2026Source: www.mss.go.kr