Hanwha Finance Champions Future Financial Strategies at the WEF
- Expands and Articulates Its Financial Paradigm Presented at ADFW on Global Stage
- Signs MoUs with Liberty City Ventures (LCV) and Xangle for Broader Collaboration
- Engages in Vital Discussions on Financial Innovation at the Fireside Chat
SEOUL, South Korea and DAVOS, Switzerland - Hanwha Life, Hanwha General Insurance, Hanwha Investment & Securities, and Hanwha Asset Management—collectively known as "Hanwha Finance"—participated in the 2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting (WEF), connecting with global partners to enhance the competitive standing of South Korea's financial sector. The event took place in the picturesque setting of Davos, Switzerland.
At this prominent gathering, Dong-Won Kim, Chief Global Officer (CGO) of Hanwha Life, engaged with global leaders including Sir John Chipman, Executive Chairman of The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), to discuss future agendas for international collaboration while adapting to shifts in the financial landscape.
In the pursuit of strengthening its global investment partnerships, Hanwha Asset Management coordinated discussions with leading institutional investors and asset managers, notably Denmark's pension fund PKA, Thoma Bravo, and HPS, exploring future investment opportunities.
Strategic Partnerships: MoUs with Global Innovators
During the forum, Hanwha Finance solidified partnerships through Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with distinguished firms in the digital finance and technology sectors. On January 21, Hanwha Life formalized a partnership with Liberty City Ventures (LCV) to foster joint investments in trailblazing global fintech companies, further enhancing the digital finance ecosystem.
LCV, a New York-based global venture capital firm with a specialization in Web3, tokenized assets, and financial infrastructure, manages assets exceeding $2 billion. Byoungsu Lee, Head of the Investment Division at Hanwha Life, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, highlighting LCV’s profound insights into digital finance and regulatory frameworks.
Hanwha Investment & Securities also entered into an MoU with Xangle, focusing on investment insights and global business expansion through blockchain-driven data and research collaboration. Xangle stands out as a digital asset data firm, providing essential price data, disclosures, and analytical capabilities that bridge financial institutions and the burgeoning Web3 ecosystem.
Engaging Dialogue: The Hanwha Finance Fireside Chat
On this remarkable day, Hanwha Finance hosted the "Hanwha Finance Fireside Chat" at the Hanwha Office Lounge, seizing an opportunity to deliberate on significant shifts and action agendas in financial innovation, in line with the Forum's overarching theme, "A Spirit of Dialogue."
The session showcased influential figures like Emil Woods, Founding Partner of LCV; Murtaza Akbar, Managing Partner at LCV; and Junwoo Kim, Co-CEO of Xangle. The discussion brought together leaders from the digital finance sector, including Dong-Won Kim, to share insights and foster understanding in this rapidly evolving arena.
Emphasizing the importance of trust in finance, Emil Woods remarked, "What reshapes finance is not technology itself, but the architecture of trust." Junwoo Kim complemented this statement by asserting, "The essence of digital finance lies not in decentralization but in efficiency," underscoring the critical need for effective financial infrastructure that synchronizes capital, data, and transactions instantaneously.
About Hanwha Finance
Hanwha Finance positions itself as a dependable financial partner, dedicated to empowering individuals and communities with comprehensive personal finance solutions. By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in its tailored digital offerings, Hanwha Finance enhances financial well-being while supporting sustainable growth initiatives. With $130 billion in assets under management (AUM), the firm seamlessly integrates innovation into its services, navigating the future of digital finance while expanding its presence across various financial sectors.
Hanwha Finance champions strategic alliances, driving forward the dialogue around global financial innovation, while continuing to innovate and adapt to meet the needs of a changing financial landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanwha Finance's role at the World Economic Forum?
Hanwha Finance actively participates in the WEF to enhance South Korea's financial industry's global competitiveness by discussing innovative financial strategies and partnerships.
Who did Hanwha Finance collaborate with at the forum?
Hanwha Finance signed MoUs with Liberty City Ventures and Xangle to expand their collaborations within the digital finance landscape.
What are the goals of the MoUs signed by Hanwha Finance?
The MoUs aim to facilitate joint investments in fintech and enhance collaboration in blockchain-based data and research to leverage global business opportunities.
What was discussed in the Fireside Chat hosted by Hanwha Finance?
The Fireside Chat focused on key challenges and innovations in the financial sector, emphasizing the importance of trust and the efficiency of financial infrastructure.
How does Hanwha Finance use technology in its services?
Hanwha Finance integrates artificial intelligence to offer personalized financial solutions, facilitating smarter asset management and seamless digital experiences for clients.
