Apex.AI secures strategic investment from LG Electronics

Apex.AI, a leading provider of safety-certified software for mobility and software-defined vehicles (SDVs), announced that LG Electronics, a global technology innovator in consumer electronics and vehicle solutions, has made a strategic investment in the company. The investment extends Apex.AI’s Series B funding round, making LG Electronics the company’s first strategic investor (SI) in Korea.

Apex.AI has built a strong reputation for providing scalable, cutting-edge safety-certified software solutions for the mobility industry. Its flagship products, including the Apex.Grace software framework and development kit, enable seamless integration between proven automotive hardware and next-generation software architectures, helping accelerate the development of software-defined vehicles.

“We are delighted to welcome LG Electronics as a strategic investor. This is an important milestone as Apex.AI continues to expand its global collaborations,” said Jan Becker, co-founder and CEO of Apex.AI. “This investment underscores the central role software-defined vehicle technology will play in the future of mobility and validates Apex.AI’s approach to delivering scalable, production-ready solutions. We look forward to strengthening our collaboration with LG Electronics and driving innovation in global markets.”

The investment follows the announcement of a technology collaboration between Apex.AI and LG Electronics in late 2024. It highlights the growing importance of software-defined vehicles and the need for close integration with proven automotive hardware. LG Electronics’ investment will build on Apex.AI’s existing strategic collaborations with major global automotive OEMs and suppliers, further strengthening its position as a key industry player.

With this investment, Apex.AI plans to continue expanding its reach across regions and industries, providing essential software solutions for companies adopting software-defined vehicle technology in global markets. Apex.AI, its customers, and its partners are delighted to welcome a strategic investor with valuable insights to help accelerate the transition to software-defined mobility.