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About
NextRise
2026,
Seoul

As the largest startup fair in Asia, NextRise is the right place where entrepreneurs, accelerators, VCs, and industry leaders can build meaningful relationships, share new insights, and present disruptive innovations.

As the main pillar for connection of the Venture·startup ecosystem, NextRise catalyzes to accelerate innovation and create synergy.

In 2026, France will be the guest country of honor, connecting innovation ecosystems from 28 countries around the world, including North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Event Overview
Date
June 18 – June 19, 2026
Location & Venue
1F Hall A&B, Grand Ballroom, 3~4F Conference Rooms, COEX
Map
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Operation Hour
09:00 – 18:00
Organizers
KITA, KDB, NST, KOVA, KVCA

NextRise
2025, Seoul
서울 주요 주제 The theme for 2026 will be updated soon.

  • AI Core
  • Big Data+
  • Future Manufacturing
  • Mobility
    &Robotics
  • Bio
    &Health Care
  • Climate Tech
    &Sustainability
  • Contents
    &Smart Life
  • Fintech
  • ICT+

Program

NextRise runs various programs for the leap and growth of startups.

  • Exhibition NextRise will host Startup Exhibition
    an all-inclusive expo
    to showcase innovation trends in this year.
    Emerging startups from diverse fields
    will come together to demonstrate
    the cutting-edge technologies.

  • Conference NextRise will host on/offline
    conference featuring numerous
    speakers including multinational
    corporations, venture capitals,
    startups and policymakers around
    the world to share state-of-the-art
    technology and knowledge.

  • 1:1 Meetup Meetups would be the best means to
    connect, seek out inspiration, and
    find collaboration opportunities
    across a wide range of industries.
    Any startup seeking for business
    collaboration with overseas /
    domestic global corporates or
    investment opportunities are
    welcome to be a part.

  • PARTNER EVENTS Knowledge and experience
    are shared through side events
    of leading companies and
    startups at home and abroad.

NextRise 2025, Seoul
in Numbers

540+ Exhibitions & IRs ,
3,700+ 1:1 Meetups,
and 60+ Conference sessions were held.
23,000+ attendees joined our event,
a testament to the growing influence
and popularity of [NextRise, Seoul]
  • Participants 23000+
  • Exhibition & IRs 540+ by Startups & Enterprises
  • 1:1 Meetup 3700+ with Global Enterprises & VC
  • Conference 60+ by Global Enterprises & VCs
    & Industry Experts
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