Korea has a strong roster of startups providing software for industry and large conglomerates. They are now finding markets abroad, too.

Korean startups offer juicy morsels for international investors amid a tough funding climate and as the government relaxes CVC rules.

The corporates backed a $38.6m series A round for Abolis through an agreement to develop sustainable cosmetics ingredients together.

A hands-off approach from the Swiss university makes starting a software company like Optiml — which is using AI to map out CO² cuts in real estate — easier, says CEO Evan Petkov.

Two-wheeled vehicle developer Genny and pedestrian accessibility startup Okeenea are among the first six companies to be selected for Toyota Open Labs.

Female-focused health startups have been receiving increased funding in 2024 and a new crop of startups is emerging to address previously underserved areas.

Linq is building a vector database management platform to help large companies use large language models based on their internal information.

The US-based startup is using blockchain to authenticate and track the luxury drinks traded on its platform.

A startup in China has developed a non-toxic alternative for transparent touchscreens. The nanofilm can also improve solar panel performance.

From caffeine-infused teas to mushroom gummies and liquid meal supplements, updated for 2024: here are some more startups making waves in the functional food industry.