Kim Young-shin, head of the Small and Medium Business Technology Innovation Agency, visited Lion Robotics, a deep tech company specializing in quadrupedal robots, to review the outcomes of its R&D advancements and investment achievements.
According to the agency, the visit aimed to confirm successful cases where government R&D support policies have led to significant business outcomes, including securing cutting-edge technology and attracting large-scale private investments, while also listening to feedback from the field.
Lion Robotics, founded by a professor from KAIST, possesses unique control algorithms and hardware design technology in the field of special-purpose robots for surveillance, reconnaissance, and hazardous material handling.
In July 2024, Lion Robotics was selected for the TIPS deep tech track, receiving up to 1.5 billion won in support over three years to establish a foundation for technological advancement.
The company focused on technology enhancement and won the top prize at the Army AI Dronebot Challenge. Following its selection for the deep tech TIPS program, Lion Robotics achieved a series A investment of 23 billion won in 2025.
During the visit, Kim inspected Lion Robotics' research facilities and observed demonstrations of advanced quadrupedal robots overcoming obstacles and navigating rough terrain. A subsequent meeting addressed challenges faced in the development of deep tech and discussed follow-up support measures for global growth.
Earlier, in April, the agency held a 'Scale-Up TIPS Investment Consultation Meeting' to expand investment opportunities for promising small and venture businesses, with participation from 40 investment firms and 80 small enterprises.
Kim Young-shin stated, "We will further enhance the deep tech support system so that domestic robotics companies can lead the public and global markets based on irreplaceable core technologies."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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