In a Series B round led by Altos Ventures, Techtaka, a South Korean logistics innovator, has just landed a whopping $9.5M. Founded by e-commerce veterans, the startup is revolutionizing the fulfillment game with AI and next-day delivery, already boasting over 170 customers and a strategic partnership with Naver’s SmartStore.
Techtaka, our South Korean underdog in e-commerce fulfillment, has just bagged $9.5M from Altos Ventures. That's right, folks, $9.5M to help online sellers avoid getting their hands dirty with logistics. Think of Techtaka as your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, but for parcels.
Founded by Soo Young Yang and Kyung Wook Lee, Techtaka is the brainchild of two gents who've seen the inside of Amazon and Coupang's logistics madness. With ARGO, their flagship service, they're on a mission to make next-day delivery a breeze. It's like they're the logistics wizards, waving their wands and poof! Your package is at your doorstep.
With over 170 clients tucked under its belt and a key partnership with Naver’s SmartStore, Techtaka's dancing at the forefront of South Korea's e-commerce scene. And let's not forget their U.S. adventures, bringing Korean sellers to Amazon. It's like they're building bridges across the Pacific, one parcel at a time.
AI-driven logistics? Check. A partnership with LG CNS for robotic arms in warehouses? Double-check. Techtaka's not just moving boxes; they're redefining fulfillment with tech that would make even Tony Stark raise an eyebrow. They claim a 20% time-saving in the supply chain, proving they're not just another company making promises—they're delivering them.
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