Sweetndata, a South Korean AI-based fandom content startup, has secured seed funding from CNTTech. This investment follows Sweetndata’s selection for the Seodaemun-gu Youth Venture Development Program, with CNTTech recognizing the company’s innovative technology and strong growth potential.

Founded in 2022, Sweetndata is an entertech startup revolutionizing the fandom market by developing content powered by IP-based human AI twin solutions. Using generative AI and multimodal synthesis, the company delivers hyper-personalized content to fans and enhances the efficiency of digital and physical merchandise production through its AI-powered fan cards.

With this funding, Sweetndata plans to further advance its IP-based generative AI technology and multimodal content development. The company is focused on enhancing its fan card platform, allowing fans to interact with artists in personalized ways and create customized merchandise.

Jeon Hwa-sung, CEO of CNTTech, said, “Sweetndata has the potential to establish a new paradigm in fandom content in the rapidly evolving digital entertainment landscape. We look forward to seeing the company grow into a globally recognized leader.”

Sweetndata is also accelerating its global expansion, targeting key markets like Vietnam, the United States, and Japan. The company plans to focus on scaling its AI photo booth and fan card platform in these regions. CEO Jae-gwan Ahn commented, “This funding marks a crucial turning point for Sweetndata’s technological innovation and global business growth. We are committed to transforming the fandom experience through AI technology and leading the global fandom economy.”

Looking ahead, Sweetndata aims to expand into a B2B2C platform, broadening its scope beyond entertainment to areas such as sports, YouTubers, and character IPs, further diversifying its market reach.