We are witnessing a defining moment for India’s technology investment landscape as BGMI developer Krafton announces a Rs 6,000 crore fund dedicated to Indian tech companies. In collaboration with Naver and Mirae Asset, this initiative reinforces India’s position as a priority market for global technology leaders seeking long-term, innovation-driven growth.

The newly established Krafton–Naver–Mirae Asset Unicorn Growth Investment Fund is structured to support high-potential technology companies across growth and late-stage phases, with India at the core of its investment thesis. Operations are set to commence in January, beginning with an initial deployment exceeding Rs 3,000 crore, and scaling up to the full Rs 6,000 crore commitment over time.

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Although the fund will assess opportunities across Asia, we recognize India as the principal growth engine. India’s expanding digital infrastructure, large consumer base, and maturing startup ecosystem provide fertile ground for scalable, technology-driven businesses.

The fund will actively target high-growth sectors, including:

• Artificial Intelligence and Data Platforms
• Fintech and Digital Financial Services
• Content, Media, and Entertainment
• Logistics and Supply Chain Technology
• Consumer Technology and Digital Brands
• Sports Technology and Media Platforms
• Healthcare and Health-Tech Solutions

This diversified approach allows us to capture value across multiple layers of India’s digital economy while mitigating sector-specific risks.

We view this fund as a natural extension of Krafton’s long-standing engagement with India. Known globally as the creator of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), Krafton has already invested more than USD 200 million in India’s digital entertainment and gaming ecosystem.

With this initiative, we expand beyond gaming, aligning our capital with businesses that deliver sustainable growth, innovation, and societal impact. The focus is not limited to financial returns but extends to building enterprises that contribute meaningfully to India’s economic development.

We are particularly focused on integrating Naver’s strengths in AI and platform technologies into the investment process. This allows portfolio companies to access global best practices in data utilization, content monetization, and AI-driven product development.

By enabling Indian startups to leverage these capabilities, we accelerate innovation cycles and improve global competitiveness, ensuring that India-origin companies can scale effectively across international markets.

We see this fund as a vote of confidence in India’s startup maturity and policy environment. As regulatory clarity improves and capital markets deepen, India continues to attract long-term strategic capital rather than short-term speculative investment.

This initiative complements existing efforts such as the Krafton India Gaming Incubator (KIGI), which focuses on early-stage innovation, while the new fund addresses growth-stage and unicorn-scale opportunities.

Our investment philosophy prioritizes durable business models, responsible governance, and scalable innovation. We aim to partner with founders who demonstrate resilience, market leadership, and a commitment to ethical growth.

By supporting companies across AI, healthcare, fintech, and consumer sectors, we contribute to job creation, technology advancement, and inclusive economic progress. This long-term orientation differentiates the fund from purely financial vehicles and positions it as a strategic growth partner for Indian entrepreneurs.