# KOOKY

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/kooky-2

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: South Korea
- Website: www.kooky.io
- Total disclosed funding: $0.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 21, 2023)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Based in South Korea, Kooky is a platform that enhances K-Pop fandom by facilitating community engagement and artist support through innovative tools and resources designed for fans.Founded in 2021, Kooky operates as a dedicated platform for K-Pop enthusiasts. The company has secured a total of KRW 700.000 mn through funding, with the most recent deal occurring on November 21, 2023, during their Seed round, backed by investors Korea Tech Incubator for Startup and Re:Ventures. CEO Hami Kim leads the organization, contributing to its strategic vision and operational management.Kooky offers a comprehensive platform designed for K-Pop fans to foster community engagement and artist support. Key features include Kooky Map for discovering local K-Pop events, Kooky Polls for fan interaction and artist promotion, and Kooky Community for fan discussions and collaboration on various initiatives. This platform serves a global audience, allowing fans to connect and engage with multiple K-Pop groups beyond traditional Korean-centric applications.In 2022, Kooky recorded a revenue of KRW 59,644.1.Kooky is in the process of enhancing its platform with new features aimed at enriching the fan experience. The recent Seed funding round will support these developments, including the potential launch of additional interactive tools and expansion into new international markets. The company is particularly focusing on growing its presence in Southeast Asia and North America by the end of 2024, aiming to reach a broader audience of K-Pop fans.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 21, 2023 — Re:Ventures
- Seed, Oct 1, 2023, $0.5M — Korea Tech Incubator for Startup, Re:Ventures

## Investors

- Korea Tech Incubator for Startup — Seed
- Re:Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/re-ventures) — Seed