Operator of the Daum portal (news, search, Cafe, Tistory), spun off from Kakao in 2025
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | Acquired by Upstage Kakao transfers its entire stake in AXZ (operator of the Daum portal) to Upstage via a share swap, receiving a minority stake in Upstage; the MOU was approved by both boards, with closing after regulatory review. | — |