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Korea is becoming one of the most compelling places to build a startup

Explore founder perspectives, market analysis, and emerging trends shaping why entrepreneurs are choosing Korea

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Early-Stage Foreign Founders in Korea: August 2026 Research Snapshot

Findings from 40 prospective and early-stage foreign founders participating in Korea’s startup ecosystem.

Younis Shuaib

September 12, 2026

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Jump Up, Start Up 2026: How Seoul Global Center Evaluates the Winners

A breakdown of how the Seoul Global Center's Jump Up, Start Up 2026 (OASIS 6) competition is scored.

Janie Baek

September 12, 2026

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Early-Stage Foreign Founders in Korea: August 2026 Research Snapshot

Findings from 40 prospective and early-stage foreign founders participating in Korea’s startup ecosystem.

September 12, 2026

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Jump Up, Start Up 2026: How Seoul Global Center Evaluates the Winners

A breakdown of how the Seoul Global Center's Jump Up, Start Up 2026 (OASIS 6) competition is scored.

September 12, 2026

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How to Prepare Your First Startup Pitch in Korea

A practical guide for preparing your first startup pitch from an early-stage idea.

September 9, 2026

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Incheon Foreign Startup Challenge Evaluation Breakdown: How Judges Select the Winners

A breakdown of how the Incheon Foreign Startup Challenge (IFC2026: OASIS 6) is scored and what to include to make a strong application.

June 28, 2026

A wide-angle view of Itaewon in Seoul, Korea

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Apartment Hunting in Korea: What to Know Before Renting

An expat's guide to decoding Korea's rental market, dodging hidden fees, and securing the exact paperwork your visa needs.

June 20, 2026

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What It Takes to Place in K-Startup Grand Challenge Top 40: 5 Themes From the 2025 Cohort

KSGC 2025 decoded: the 5 traits separating successful global startups from the rest in Korea's flagship accelerator program.

June 8, 2026

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Why Global Founders Are Launching Startups in South Korea

Why you should consider South Korea to launch your startup

May 5, 2026

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