On January 10, 2025, GMO Internet Group officially launched its Korean entity, GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. GMO-Z.com TECH KR is a 100% owned entity of GMO TECH, Inc., which operates internet-based customer acquisition services within the GMO Internet Group. GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. will mainly deliver performance marketing and payment service in South Korea, supporting media publisher and advertisers in maximizing customer acquisition and monetization through consulting services that leverage GMO TECH’s expertise and relationships.

South Korea is one of Asia's leading digital markets, with high App usage rates and strong demand for advertising, making it an attractive market for overseas App publishers. In response to this growth, we have decided to establish a local entity to expand our business. Leveraging GMO-Z.com TECH KR's strengths in flexible Ad operations and enhanced synergies with partner companies, we strive to expand the volume of distribution opportunities in the market through collaboration with our domestic network in Korea.

About the new entity

Company Name

GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc.

Location

13th floor, 364, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Representative

Shuichi Kobayashi, Representative Director

Scope of Business

Performance Marketing Business Payment service business

Capital Relationship Fully owned by GMO TECH, Inc.

Capital

100 million won

URL

https://tech.z.com/kr/

Business domain 1. Performance Marketing By leveraging the industry-leading media network and the successful 'Z.com SmaAD' performance marketing service, which has already achieved over 3,000 cases globally, we support App developers across diverse sectors such as gaming, entertainment, and healthcare in acquiring users and maximizing revenue. “Z.com SmaAD” service page: https://tech.z.com/kr/smaad/

2. Payment Service By introducing the ' Z.com 앱 외� 결제(Out-App-Purchase) ' service, which offers new payment options for Apps, we significantly reduce transaction fees and support the revenue growth of App developers. Additionally, App users will benefit from a more cost-effective billing environment and a variety of payment options, fostering the development of a valuable platform for both parties. “Z.com 앱 외� 결제(Out-App-Purchase)” service page: https://tech.z.com/kr/out-app-purchase/

About GMO Internet Group (https://www.gmo.jp/en/) Founded in 1991, GMO stands for "G: Global, M: Media, O: Online," reflecting the name of its predecessor, Global Media Online Inc. Since its inception with the corporate tagline "Internet for Everyone" and the launch of its internet business in 1995, the company has evolved into a leading comprehensive internet group in Japan. The company provides a range of foundational services, from domains and security to payment solutions, focusing primarily on internet infrastructure. Additionally, it has expanded into internet advertising, media, financial services, and cryptocurrency businesses. To deliver services that are both highly valued by our customers and offered at competitive prices, our core policy is to internalize all processes -- from equipment selection and installation to development, construction, and operation.

Media Relations Contact GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. Public Relations Team E-mail: kr-press@tech.z.com Business Contact GMO-Z.com TECH KR, Inc. Business Team E-mail: kr-ask@tech.z.com GMO TECH, Inc. URL: https://gmo.tech/ GMO Internet Group, Inc. URL: https://www.gmo.jp/en/