– Possesses specialized content planning and production capabilities for virtual IP … Currently pursuing both IP development/planning and B2B solutions business
– Has debuted the largest number of virtual characters in Korea based on strong technical expertise and industry know-how
– Expects synergy with NAVER’s virtual teams, such as CHZZK and Motion Stage

SEOUL, South Korea, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NAVER D2SF has made a new investment in “SCON”, a startup specializing in virtual IP and content. SCON provides B2B solutions tailored for virtual content production while planning and managing its own virtual IP and content using such solutions.

SCON has developed specialized solutions for virtual content production and distribution, such as 3D motion capture and live streaming, and has offered them as B2B services to various IP companies, including webtoon and gaming. In line with the characteristics of virtual content, where active user interaction is important, these solutions have improved the efficiency of real-time content production. The company also operates its own studio, a distinct feature that ensures the stable delivery of high-quality content.

In addition, SCON is also building a strong presence in virtual IP and content planning and management using its proprietary solutions. Since its founding, the company has debuted the largest number of virtual characters in South Korea and currently manages around 30 virtual character IPs, including the VTuber group “Meechu.” Based on these IPs, they generate revenue through live stream donations, merchandise, and advertising.

Yang Sang-hwan, Head of NAVER D2SF, said, “SCON is a rare team that combines both planning and technical capabilities in the virtual industry. Their know-how in IP development and planning, paired with robust content production solutions, gives them a clear competitive edge.” He added, “They are already closely collaborating with NAVER’s virtual technology and business organizations, and we expect to create synergies across various touchpoints in the future.”

Gi-Junsu, CEO of SCON, stated, “we plan to expand our revenue streams by developing secondary content—such as games, music, and web novels—based on various virtual IPs, creating more diverse monetization opportunities for virtual creators. We will also continue to enhance our technology to ensure the stable production of high-quality virtual live content.”

Recently, NAVER has been enhancing its virtual technology and content experience by officially launching “Motion Stage”, a dedicated motion capture studio for virtual content. Since 2021, NAVER D2SF has been making proactive investments across the virtual technology spectrum, including 3D engines, data, and content creation, while supporting exchanges and cooperation with relevant NAVER virtual teams. “MOVIN”, 3D real-time motion capture startup; “NdotLight”, 3D engine technology startup; and “Claythis”, 3D generation AI startup, are prime examples. 

About NAVER D2SF

NAVER D2SF is NAVER’s corporate venturing(CV) arm, taking on greater challenges and fostering more sustainable growth through collaboration with startups. Founded in 1999, NAVER is a rare example of a domestic search engine that has maintained its top position in South Korea for over 20 years and has established a strong presence in various business sectors including commerce, content, fintech, and cloud services. In addition to its own offerings, NAVER is building a strong global business portfolio through partnerships with industry-leading companies, including Softbank, Poshmark, and Wattpad. At the same time, under the technological vision of D2(For Developers, By Developers), we are actively developing new technologies and collaboration initiatives to grow into a global tech company.

To learn more, visit  https://d2sf.naver.com/en 

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NEW ORLEANS, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Zehnder Communications, a fully integrated advertising agency serving regional, national and global companies, unveiled its “We Are Z” brand refresh with the launch of a new logo and its website showcasing solution-driven marketing case studies. Additionally, Zehnder has renamed its Research and Analytics division to Analytics and AI, reflecting the agency’s enhanced use of custom artificial intelligence and predictive analysis for marketing problem solving.

“We Are Z” reinforces the agency’s 2023 conversion to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and the integrative model of Zehnder’s collective talent to elevate client brands.

“Zehnder is known as the ‘Birthplace of Beyond®’ because of our track record with client success stories. Whether in predictive AI, advanced paid digital marketing or creative executions, our employees/owners marry innovative marketing with customized solutions that move brand awareness and sales far beyond expectations,” said Zehnder Communications CEO Henry Chassaignac.

As early adopters of digital marketing solutions, Zehnder’s Analytics and AI division now produces top tier intelligence through the custom development of artificial intelligence solutions to identify patterns, present marketing predictions and recommendations based on actionable insights.

“Zehnder’s AI analyzes vast amounts of customer data such as purchase history and social media browsing behavior to direct the creation of personalized marketing experiences. This data informs critical decisions, for example, in SEO such as topic clustering and on-page optimization that effectively moves customers through the sales funnel,” commented Zehnder Communications Chief Digital Officer Dave Maher.

Zehnder’s integrated suite of client services continues to focus on strategic creative development married with technological opportunities in research, analytics, SEO/SEM, digital media placement and practical AI applications.     

About Zehnder Communications
Zehnder Communications is an employee-owned, fully integrated advertising agency providing strategic marketing, creative services, analytics and AI,  media placement, social media, public relations, interactive design and programming. With offices in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Nashville and Rosemary Beach, the agency has served regional, national and international clients for 29 years. To learn more about Zehnder Communications, please visit WeAreZ.com

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MCLEAN, Va., April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Qubrid AI a leader in enterprise AI solutions, today announced the release of AI Controller v1.1, a powerful software update that enhances the functionality of Qubrid’s On-Prem AI GPU Appliances. Purpose-built for secure, scalable, and high-performance AI workloads, the AI Controller software enables enterprises to take control of their AI infrastructure – on their own terms.

With AI adoption accelerating across sectors, organizations are increasingly prioritizing data privacy, sovereignty, and infrastructure control. Qubrid’s latest AI Controller release brings cloud-like flexibility and ease-of-use to on-prem environments, helping businesses confidently deploy AI in secure, air-gapped settings.

Key Features of AI Controller v1.1:

User and Admin Profiles – Role-based access with separate user and admin views for better governance and security.Resource Quota Management – Allocate and monitor compute, GPU, and memory resources to manage usage across teams and projects.GPU Utilization, Temperature & Power History – Gain detailed insights into performance and hardware metrics for optimized operations.Hugging Face Model Catalog Integration – Browse, select, and deploy top AI models from Hugging Face and other catalogs, directly from the platform.Custom Containers from Docker Hub – Deploy user-defined Docker containers to bring custom workflows and dependencies into the environment.Air Gapped Ready – Deploy Qubrid AI GPU Appliances and AI Controller in highly secure air gapped datacenters.

Open, Flexible & Enterprise-Ready AI Infrastructure

Qubrid AI Controller is a fully open software platform designed to run on multi-vendor GPU hardware and across a wide range of OEM server configuration giving customers the flexibility to choose their preferred infrastructure vendors.

Appliances powered by AI Controller are available in both air-cooled and liquid-cooled GPU server models, offering deployment flexibility for data centers with varying thermal and power requirements.

Securing the Future of Enterprise AI

“Security, control, and flexibility are at the core of what we do,” said Pranay Prakash, CEO of Qubrid AI. “Our AI Controller software, combined with air-gapped, on-prem AI appliances, ensures that enterprises can deploy AI where security and compliance matter most. Whether in financial institutions, healthcare, government, or edge environments—Qubrid AI is enabling secure, private AI infrastructure that doesn’t compromise on performance or scalability.”

A Message from the CTO

” Qubrid AI continues to lead the way in hybrid and private AI deployment. We’re bringing cloud-like simplicity to on-prem AI infrastructure,” added Ujjwal Rajbhandari, CTO at Qubrid AI. “With AI Controller v1.1, enterprises can run high-performance AI workloads in their own environments with full control, visibility, and flexibility. This release is a major step toward making AI infrastructure enterprise-grade, secure, and easy to use.”

About Qubrid AI 

Qubrid AI is a leading enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) company that empowers AI developers and engineers to solve complex real-world problems through its advanced AI cloud platform and turnkey on-prem appliances. For more information, visit http://www.qubrid.com/

Media Contact – Crystal Bellin
Email: digital@qubrid.com

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