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CarbonBlack

Category: Robotics / Embodied AI

CarbonBlack is a venture studio that builds physical AI companies, specializing in AI-driven solutions for manufacturing, robotics, and supply chain optimization CarbonBlack was founded in 2024. The company is led by Terry Moon. Based in Seoul, South Korea. Team size: 10-50. Total funding raised: N/A (self-funded venture studio model). Latest round: N/A. Key investors include Portfolio company CarbonSix raised $4M from overseas VCs.

Founded
2024
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Team size
10-50
Total funding
N/A (self-funded venture studio model)

Value proposition

Merges physical systems with artificial intelligence to deliver scalable, industry-specific automation solutions tailored for modern manufacturing and logistics challenges

Products and solutions

CarbonSix (Sigma Kit for manufacturing automation), Mechanical AI (AI agent-based CAD design and analysis), Upgrade Manufacturing (AI-driven supply chain optimization)

Unique value

Rare 'company builder' model in Korea, actively creating and scaling physical AI companies from inception rather than traditional venture capital

Target customer

Manufacturing firms, robotics developers, and supply chain operators seeking AI integration for automation and efficiency

Industries served

Manufacturing, Robotics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Automation

Technology advantage

Specializes in integrating AI with physical systems (e.g., robotics, manufacturing processes) for real-world operational efficiency

How they differentiate

CarbonBlack differentiates itself by actively building Physical AI companies from inception (company builder model) rather than just investing, with hands-on strategy, product development, and talent acquisition support

Main competitors

HB Investment, Future Play, KDB Ventech

Key partnerships

GE Healthcare (via Minhong Jang's prior Lunit collaborations), Philips, Fujifilm (medical imaging and manufacturing partnerships), SUALAB (acquired by Cognex Corporation)

Notable customers

N/A

Major milestones

Founded CarbonSix (portfolio company) with $4M funding in 2024, Appointed Minhong Jang (former Lunit co-founder) as Partner in 2025, Developed 'Sigma Kit' for manufacturing automation (CarbonSix product)

Growth metrics

N/A (private company)

Market positioning

Positioned as a pioneer in South Korea's Physical AI venture studio space, targeting AI integration with physical systems (manufacturing, robotics). Emphasizes deep technical execution over pure capital provision

Geographic focus

Primarily South Korea, with potential expansion into global AI manufacturing markets

Patents and IP

Not disclosed in public records; focus on proprietary AI algorithms and physical system integration methods

About Terry Moon

Former Vice President of SUALAB (acquired by Cognex Corporation for $200M in 2019), Co-founder of CarbonSix

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