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WKIT - overview

Established

2008

Location

Daegu, -, South Korea

Primary Industry

IT Security/Cybersecurity

About

WKIT is a South Korean company specializing in advanced technology solutions aimed at enhancing public safety and operational efficiency across various sectors. The firm integrates AI capabilities into its product offerings for real-time data processing. Founded in 2008 in Daegu, South Korea, WKIT focuses on developing innovative technology solutions. The company has successfully completed three funding rounds, with the most recent investment round completed on September 15, 2023, raising KRW 9 billion from Mirae Equity Partners.


The founder, Yoon-ha Park, currently serves as the CEO, guiding the firm's strategic direction and operational growth. WKIT has not undergone significant business pivots or mergers. WKIT specializes in advanced video analysis solutions tailored for various high-demand applications across multiple sectors. Their core offerings include VISCOPER for video analysis, CROWDWATCHER for crowd density detection, FIREWATCHER for smoke detection in forest fires, and FLOODWATCHER for urban flood prevention.


Additionally, SAFEWATCHER addresses industrial safety management, while SECUWATCHER enhances video information security. These solutions are designed to improve public safety and operational efficiency, serving clients including government agencies and corporations across North America, Europe, and Asia. By integrating AI technologies into their platforms, WKIT targets applications that require real-time data processing and actionable insights. In the most recent fiscal year, WKIT reported a revenue of KRW 13,434,747.


30 and an EBITDA of KRW -6,093,379. 50. The company generates revenue through direct sales and subscription services for its innovative solutions, focusing primarily on B2B transactions with governmental and industrial organizations. Their pricing structure accommodates various service levels, ensuring scalability based on client needs.


Following the recent funding round in September 2023, WKIT plans to utilize the KRW 9 billion raised to bolster its product development and market expansion efforts. The company aims to design and launch new products to enhance their offerings in public safety technology. WKIT is also targeting expansion into new geographic regions, specifically focusing on North America and Europe, with plans to establish a stronger presence by late 2024.


Current Investors

Nter Asset Managment, Lodestone Private Equity, Mirae Equity Partners

Primary Industry

IT Security/Cybersecurity

Sub Industries

IT Security/Cybersecurity, Analytics & Performance Software

Website

www.wkit.co.kr

Verticals

Artificial Intelligence

Total Amount Raised

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