DSC Investment

DSC Investment is a South Korean venture capital firm headquartered in Seoul. Founded in 2012, it invests in innovative entrepreneurs and companies, with particular strength in early-stage investing. The firm remains open to teams at other stages when capabilities and opportunities stand out, and it both leads and participates in investment rounds.

The firm's activity spans four investment stages - seed, startup, expansion and growth - with early-stage backing its primary focus. Sector coverage includes deep technology, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, biotechnology, consumer technology and digital content. Selected portfolio companies include FuriosaAI and SemiFive in semiconductors and AI chips, alongside consumer and digital content names such as Kurly, Musinsa and RIDI.

Beyond direct venture investing, DSC Investment has expanded into venture secondary investments - purchases of existing stakes in private companies rather than primary capital into them - through a dedicated strategy and its Schmidt subsidiary. The firm's website also describes broader activities under the headings DREAM, SHELTER and CHARITY.