Young entrepreneurs are spoiled for choice when it comes to startup events in Seoul. Almost every day of the week, startups have the chance to come together and share their ideas. But, trying to keep up with everything that’s happening can get overwhelming. That’s why we’re putting together this weekly roundup so that all our friends can find out about the best startup events in Seoul.
Saturday 18th August
Summer Open House at Bitcoin Center, Korea
Bitcoin Center, Korea is a community center in Itaewon which embraces all things Bitcoin, and connects developers, startups, and investors from the blockchain industry. The center isn’t always open to the public, but every Saturday they have an open house for non-members. The event features key speakers on different industry topics and ends with group discussions and networking.
Where: Bitcoin Center Korea, Itaewon (Bitcoin Center Korea, 13, Itaewon-ro 27ga-gil
Yongsan-gu, Seoul 04350 Korea, Republic Of)
Time: 3 pm to 5 pm
Cost: Free
Reservations: Not required
Tuesday 21st August
SSP Seoul Promotion Plan
Seoul Promotion Plan 2018 is Asia’s largest scale animation and webtoon market. From Tuesday through to Thursday, companies will be pitching their webtoons and animations every day.
Where: Dongdaemun Design Plaza (281, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul)
Time: From 9 am Daily
Cost: Admission based
Reservations: Must apply as an artist or business. Check out SSP’s website to keep up to date with the next event.
Everything of Foresting
Join rewards based social media platform, Foresting, for a night of blockchain and content creation chat. The event will be held at the brand new Decentre Blockchain Cafe which serves as a place for the Korean community to learn more about blockchain and even has a crypto ATM!
Where: Decentre Cafe (105 Dongyang Building 2F, Bongeunsa-Ro, Gangnam-Gu)
Time: 7pm onwards
Cost: Free
Reservations: Check back for more info!
Wednesday 22nd August
Blockfesta (22nd to 23rd)
Blockfesta is a 2-day blockchain conference hosted by Block Media and Korea Blockchain Industry Promotion Association to discuss the blockchain industry and the technology behind the 4th industrial revolution. The event will feature industry leaders and government officials such as the Mayor of Seoul and bitcoin.com CEO, Roger Ver. Businesses will be able to showcase their offerings at the exhibition and demonstration booths.
Where: SETEC (514, Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu)
Time: 9.30 am Weds to 6 pm Thurs
Cost: $30 USD for attendees
Reservations: Buy Tickets Online
World Blockchain Harmony Conference 2018
This one-day blockchain event will feature speakers from the blockchain industry, and give fanatics the chance to network with like-minded individuals. It’s hosted by Open Chain Global, a Korea-based blockchain community for people to come together and discuss cryptocurrency. They host various startup events in Seoul based on blockchain/ cryptocurrency.
Where: Janchun Stadium (Exit No.5, Dondae-Ipgu station: Line No.3)
Time: 2 pm to 6 pm
Cost: Free
Reservations: Register on Meetup
Friday 24th August
Puzzle Startup Networking Party
Puzzleworks are hosting a networking party for entrepreneurs to come together and share their stories. This is a monthly event for startups in Seoul aimed towards business and startup owners to meet other inspirational people.
Where: A-Lounge (BF2 50, Apgujeong-ro 12-gil, Gangnam-gu)
Time: 7 pm to 9 pm
Cost: 15,000 won
Reservations: Check Meetup for more Info
Seoul International Imagination Industry Forum 2018
The Seoul International Imagination Industry Forum is one of the world’s premier conferences for the most influential scholars and experts in imagination industries. The event will shine the spotlight on animation, game, cartoon, AR/VR, and more. It will provide professionals and students alike the chance to network and learn more about trends in the industry.
The event is part of Seoul Cartoon and Animation Week.
Where: A-Lounge (BF2 50, Apgujeong-ro 12-gil, Gangnam-gu)
Time: 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Cost: Unknown
Reservations: Check the Facebook Event for more Info
Leave a comment and let us know, which of these startup events in Seoul are you looking forward to this week?
