MEXC Ventures made a bold statement in university-driven innovation by serving as a key sponsor of the 2025 Korea University Blockchain Startup Ideathon. Held on May 16 at Korea University’s Hana Square, the event spotlighted the brightest blockchain and AI minds from Korea’s top universities and startups. In parallel, MEXC also hosted AI x Web3 Connect, further showcasing its commitment to bridging academia with next-gen tech ecosystems.
1. A National Platform for Blockchain & AI Talent
- The event was co-located with the National Center of Excellence in SW AI Startup Ideathon, representing 48 top institutions including KAIST, Yonsei, and Hanshin University.
- Out of 27 blockchain submissions, 10 finalists advanced to present.
- In the AI track, 36 entries were submitted, also narrowing to 10 finalists.
- Over 600 attendees—including students, investors, and faculty—witnessed the final presentations.
2. MEXC Ventures: Sponsor, Judge, and Award Presenter
- As a premier blockchain track sponsor, MEXC Ventures joined leading organizations like KISA, LG CNS, and Tether.
- Tracy Jin, COO of MEXC Ventures, delivered a keynote on the convergence of AI and blockchain in startup innovation.
- MEXC Ventures presented the “MEXC Ventures Award” to AlchemyLab for their potential in decentralized applications.
- Seolbin Choi of MEXC Ventures served on the judging panel, joining peers from Koscom, LG CNS, and Toss.
3. Celebrating Innovation and Creativity
- Notable blockchain track awards included:
- President of KISA Award: Pondmakers
- Dean of Korea University College of Informatics Award: ArcSync
- KU Blockchain Research Institute Award: IPSHOP
- Tether Award: Nestyle
- Special category winners: Q-medicine (Innovation), TokenSquare (Convergence), EyeOfTime (Creativity)
4. AI x Web3 Connect: A Hub for Collaboration
- Hosted alongside the ideathon, MEXC’s AI x Web3 Connect showcased hands-on demos and startup exhibits.
- Participating companies included Tether, OKX Wallet, and Avalanche, creating a vibrant intersection of global blockchain and AI innovation.
- The exhibit encouraged networking between student developers and leading tech innovators.
5. A First Step Toward Long-Term Impact
- This marks MEXC Ventures’ first university-backed engagement in Korea’s blockchain scene.
- The company reaffirmed its commitment to supporting local talent and advancing Web3-academic partnerships in Asia.
MEXC Ventures’ sponsorship and active engagement at the 2025 Korea University Blockchain Startup Ideathon underscore its dedication to nurturing the next generation of blockchain and AI innovators. With award presentations, exhibitions, and high-level dialogue, MEXC continues to drive forward a vision where education, innovation, and global tech ecosystems thrive together.
