ZER01NE
Overview
ZER01NE is an open innovation platform and the corporate venture capital (CVC) arm of Hyundai Motor Group that was established in 2018. It invests in and collaborates with startups, focusing on sectors such as artificial intelligence, smart mobility, smart cities, robotics, and energy. The platform is comprised of four main components: the ZER01NE Accelerator, the ZER01NE Fund for direct investments, the ZER01NE Company Builder for internal ventures, and the Hyundai CRADLE global innovation hubs.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Config | May 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Config | May 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Video Rebirth | Mar 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
Key People
Christopher N. Harding
Co-Founder
Brian Underwood
Co-Founder & CEO
Jessica Watts
Partner
Karena Duekin
Partner
S L Simso
Partner
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is ZER01NE based?
ZER01NE is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
When was ZER01NE founded?
ZER01NE was founded in 2018.
How many portfolio companies does ZER01NE have?
ZER01NE has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in ZER01NE's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Config, Config, Video Rebirth.
What was ZER01NE's most recent investment shown here?
ZER01NE's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Config in 2026.
What sectors does ZER01NE focus on?
ZER01NE focuses on Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does ZER01NE focus on?
Stage focus information for ZER01NE is not publicly available.