FUNZIN News: September 2025 Highlights

2025. 9. 8.

FUNZIN Newsletter: September 2025 Edition

FUNZIN News: September 2025 Highlights

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This newsletter provides a roundup of FUNZIN's latest achievements and activities.

FUNZIN to Play a Leading Role in the Newly Opened AI-Electromagnetic Warfare Research Center
Presented on Development Trends of Intelligent C2 Decision Systems at the Small Warfare Society* Colloquium.
Designated as the Nation's First Outstanding Professional R&D Business Entity
FUNZIN's Milestones in the Defense Industry

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*Small Warfare Society : a prestigious academic society in South Korea dedicated to leading innovation and tactics for small units in the military and security fields.

*MOTIE : South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy

FUNZIN to Play a Leading Role in the Newly Opened AI-Electromagnetic Warfare Research Center

AI-Electromagnetic Warfare Research Center sign

Launch of the AI-Electromagnetic Warfare Research Center

FUNZIN joined the partners — Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), Hanwha Systems, and KAIST* — for the official launch of the AI-Electromagnetic Warfare Research Center on August 27.

The center will serve as a key platform for industry-academia-research collaboration, focusing on foundational research to secure core AI-EW technologies and developing the next generation of specialized AI-EW talent.

KAI CEO Cha Jae-byoung, Hanwha Systems Executive Vice President Gwak Jong-woo, FUNZIN CEO Shirly, and KAIST Dean of Research Affairs Cho Byung-kwan were welcomed as honored attendees at the ceremony.

FUNZIN's Leadership Role

As a specialist in defense-focused AI, FUNZIN will spearhead research on hyper-connected defense environments and Cognitive Electronic Warfare (Cognitive EW) at the center.

Our research will be centered on two core pillars: (1) advancing AI Staff Officer technology to enhance command-level decisions and (2) creating an AI engine that automatically identifies and prioritizes EW threats.

The establishment of this center is a milestone, creating a launchpad for FUNZIN to lead the future of defense technology. It brings together our deep expertise in defense AI and the collaborative power of academia and industry. Our vision extends beyond defense. We will continue to drive customer-specific AI research in robotics and mobile communications, contributing to the commercialization of dual-use technologies—applicable to both civilian and military fields—and leading investment in next-generation R&D

FUNZIN remains committed to leading defense AI innovation, preparing for the hyper-connected battlefield of the future, and nurturing the next generation of talent.

*KAIST : Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

Presented on Development Trends of Intelligent C2 Decision Systems at the Small Warfare Society Colloquium.

Shirly, CEO of FUNZIN, presents at the Small Warfare Society Colloquium.

CEO Shirly recently presented on Development Trends of Intelligent Command & Control (C2) Decision Systems at the prestigious Small Warfare Society Colloquium. This exclusive, invitation-only forum brings together top experts from across South Korea's military, government, industry, and academic sectors to discuss the future of military innovation.

For FUNZIN, a leader in defense vertical AI, this invitation marks a significant milestone. It is an official acknowledgment of our research and technological prowess on one of the nation's most critical stages for defense innovation.

During the session, Shirly unveiled FUNZIN's intelligent target management system, which enables a real-time Sensor-to-Shooter cycle. This advanced system goes beyond simple automation; it is an AI-based decision support system. Its core purpose is to empower commanders to grasp battlefield situations and act with greater speed and precision. With this technology, FUNZIN is not just participating in the future of defense AI—we are actively shaping its new paradigm.

This presentation solidifies FUNZIN's position as a strategic partner at the forefront of defense AI research. The positive reception from top defense officials and industry experts confirms that our work is recognized as a vital contribution to tangible innovation in national defense.

Designated as the Nation's First Outstanding Professional R&D Business Entity

FUNZIN was designated as the nation's first Outstanding Professional R&D Business Entity (ORB) by the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT)

This significant achievement was awarded to only six companies out of 2,735 specialized research firms nationwide, following a comprehensive evaluation of competitiveness, R&D capabilities, and service quality.

FUNZIN demonstrated excellence in research and development, built on its advanced tactical AI solutions for the defense sector.

With the ORB designation, FUNZIN receives various benefits, including eligibility as an Alternative Military Service Company and preferential treatment in national R&D projects. This designation will further strengthen FUNZIN’s competitiveness in defense AI research and development.

FUNZIN's Milestones in the Defense Industry

KWM-Ocelot was showcased during the ROK-U.S. combined training exercise, 'Ulchi Freedom Shield'.

The exhibition drew significant interest and numerous questions from military officials throughout the event.

Commandant of ROK Army Engineer School Visits FUNZIN

The Commandant of the ROK Army Engineer School visited FUNZIN's Seongsu headquarters for a technology exchange meeting. During the visit, FUNZIN introduced its key solutions, including the AI Decision Support System KWM™ and the multi-robot orchestration system 'RANZA™'.

FUNZIN Participates in the 2025 KIEES Summer Conference

Shin Seung-hoon, Head of FUNZIN's R&D Center, presented a paper titled "A Study on the Detection of Enemy Communication Signals and Real-time Battlefield Visualization through AI-based RF Signal Analysis."

FUNZIN Sponsors the '2025 Military AI CONtest'

FUNZIN is participating as an official sponsor of the 2025 Military AI CONtest, an event hosted by the Ministry of National Defense (MND). This sponsorship is aimed at fostering talented individuals who will advance the field of defense AI in South Korea.

FUNZIN Signs MOU with CELLPLUS KOREA

FUNZIN has signed an MOU with CELLPLUS KOREA, a company specializing in thermal imaging technology, to begin cooperation on advancing defense AI solutions. Through this partnership, the companies plan to strengthen their competitiveness in the intelligent surveillance and reconnaissance sector and expand into new application areas.