Zurich, Switzerland & Seoul, South Korea – May 22, 2025 – In a step toward strengthening global startup connectivity, Tenity, the international innovation ecosystem and early-stage investor, has entered into a strategic partnership with Y&Archer, a premier South Korean accelerator and seed-stage investor. This alliance is set to empower a new wave of South Korean tech startups to successfully enter and scale within the European market.
At the core of this collaboration is the launch of a joint Market Access Program, uniquely designed to enable high-potential South Korean startups to validate their solutions through proof-of-concept (PoC) collaborations with leading European corporates.
Leveraging Tenity’s deep-rooted network across key European financial and tech hubs, alongside Y&Archer’s stellar track record in early-stage development and global scaling, the program is structured to foster concrete business outcomes and sustained international growth.
This partnership reflects a shared vision to break down geographic barriers for innovation, offering startups not just access—but opportunity—within the European entrepreneurial ecosystem.
“South Korea has a dynamic and fast-growing innovation landscape. We’re excited to help unlock its global potential by connecting the most promising startups to corporate partners in Europe,” said Andreas Iten, CEO of Tenity.
At Y&Archer, we are committed to helping Korean startups scale globally by providing not only resources, but strategic pathways to international markets,” said Charles Kim, Director at Y&Archer. “This partnership with Tenity is a major milestone in our mission. By combining our strength in early-stage acceleration with Tenity’s unparalleled network in Europe, we’re creating a launchpad for Korean innovation to thrive in the heart of the European ecosystem”.
This initiative aligns with Tenity’s broader vision to enable international market access and business development for startups by leveraging deep industry connections and fostering trusted global collaborations.
Through this partnership, Tenity and Y&Archer reaffirm their shared commitment to bridging ecosystems, unlocking growth potential, and scaling innovation across borders from Seoul to Zurich and beyond.
About Y&Archer
Y&Archer is a South Korea-based startup accelerator and seed investor that supports early-stage companies through global acceleration programs, strategic consulting, and investment. Its mission is to empower startups to access international markets and scale their innovation.
About Tenity
Tenity is a global innovation ecosystem and early-stage investor that fosters collaboration between startups, corporates, and investors. With hubs across Europe and Asia, Tenity connects startups to the right partners and resources to accelerate their growth.
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