South Summit- Korea 2025 DEEPTECH & AI

Overview

South Summit Korea is the second Asian iteration of South Summit, curated to connect ambitious tech entrepreneurs with investors, corporations, and ecosystem players across Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The event emphasizes deep tech and AI, aiming to position South Korea as a leading innovation hub and reinforce cross-regional collaboration. 

Key Features

• Startup Competition: 20 selected finalists compete in categories like AI, deep tech, sustainability, mobility, with tailored financial support for attendance. 
• Deep Tech & AI Focus: Themes include machine learning, advanced robotics, enterprise SaaS, climate tech, digital health, and data infrastructure. 
• Global Network: Last year’s edition hosted 4,000+ attendees, 110+ international speakers, and participants from over 50 countries. 
• Speakers & Leaders: Over 50 notable figures from scale-ups, VCs, and ecosystem builders share insights on tech trends and market entry

Why It Matters

• Asia–Europe Bridge: Deepens strategic innovation links between Korea and startup ecosystems in Europe and Latin America. 
• Deeptech Momentum: Highlights Korea’s leadership in AI and engineering innovation, aligning with its global innovation rankings. 
• High-Value Engagements: A competitive startup contest with funding and investor-introductions ensures actionable outcomes. 
• Ecosystem Expansion: Strengthens Korea’s tech scene through partnerships, VC access, and exposure to global innovation leaders

Dates: 1–2 October 2025
Venue: Suwon Convention Center, Gyeonggi Province