Flux AI, Inc., the company behind CRAISEE—the world's first complete AI experience platform—announces a strategic investment in a pre-seed round from Southpole Ltd., a next-generation venture firm focused on AI, commerce, and sustainable growth, evaluating Flux AI, Inc. now at US $10 Million.
As part of the partnership, Julie Jihyun Kang, CEO and Founding Partner of Southpole, joins the Board of Directors at Flux AI, Inc. and will lead the company's newly formed Asia division as CEO of Flux AI Asia.
Key Highlights:
• Strategic pre-seed investment from Southpole Ltd., a venture firm with deep expertise in AI, commerce, and sustainable growth across Asian markets.
• Company valuation at US $10 Million, reflecting strong investor confidence in Flux AI's vision of making AI accessible to everyone.
• Julie Kang appointed to Board of Directors at Flux AI, Inc., bringing extensive experience in cross-border business development and strategic partnerships across APAC.
• Launch of Flux AI Asia headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, establishing a dedicated presence in one of the world's most dynamic technology markets.
• Regional expansion throughout APAC markets, with plans to localize CRAISEE for Korean, Japanese, and Southeast Asian users.
"This partnership represents a pivotal moment for Flux AI," said Tim Stickelbrucks, CEO of Flux AI. "Julie's vision and Southpole's strategic insight will be instrumental as we bring CRAISEE to billions of users across Asia and beyond."
"AI is transforming every industry, and the companies that make it truly accessible will define the next decade," said Julie Jihyun Kang. "I'm thrilled to join Flux AI's board and lead the Asia expansion. The opportunity to bring CRAISEE's intuitive AI platform to Asian markets is extraordinary."
About Flux AI Inc.
Flux AI Inc. is headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California. The company's mission is to make AI a mass market property by creating intuitive, accessible tools that empower every individual and business to harness the full potential of artificial intelligence. Learn more at flux-ai.co.
About Southpole Ltd.
Southpole Ltd. is a next-generation venture firm focused on AI, commerce, and sustainable growth. Based in Seoul, South Korea, Southpole partners with visionary founders building category-defining companies across Asia and globally.