Apex.AI, a leader in safety certification software for mobility and software-defined vehicles (SDVs), has secured a strategic investment from LG Electronics, which is expected to accelerate the advancement of LG Electronics’ software-defined vehicle (SDV) technology, expand Apex.AI’s global presence, and strengthen cooperation in Korea.

Apex AI announced on the 21st that LG Electronics has made a strategic investment in the company.

This investment is an extension of Apex AI’s Series B funding round, and LG Electronics becomes Apex AI’s first strategic investor in Korea.

Apex AI has built a strong reputation in the mobility industry as a provider of scalable, cutting-edge safety certification software solutions.

Our flagship product, the Apex.Grace software framework and development kit, accelerates the development of software-defined vehicles by enabling seamless integration between proven automotive hardware and next-generation software architectures.

“We are thrilled to have LG Electronics as a strategic investor,” said Jan Becker, Apex.AI’s co-founder and CEO. “This investment underscores the central role that software-defined vehicle technologies will play in future mobility and validates Apex.AI’s approach to delivering scalable, production-ready solutions.”

also“We look forward to further strengthening our cooperation with LG Electronics and promoting innovation in the global market,” he added.

This investment follows the announcement of a technology collaboration between Apex AI and LG Electronics in late 2024, and underscores the growing importance of software-defined vehicles and the imperative for tight integration with proven automotive hardware.

LG Electronics’ investment will strengthen Apex AI’s existing strategic partnerships with major global automotive OEMs and suppliers, further strengthening Apex AI’s position as a key player in the industry.

With this investment, Apex AI will continue to expand its presence across multiple geographies and industries, while providing essential software solutions for enterprises seeking to adopt software-defined vehicle technologies in the global market.