[초기투자 실종]② 1조 벽 무너져…신생 VC ‘생존 위기'

South Korea's early-stage investment market has collapsed below 1 trillion won, threatening the survival of emerging venture capital firms and angel clubs that serve as the foundation of the startup ecosystem. This funding drought limits not only the discovery of early-stage startups but also their growth trajectory through subsequent investment rounds. While the government has introduced regulatory reforms, the industry emphasizes that fundamental solutions—dedicated funding resources for early-stage investment and revitalization of exit markets—are essential to restoring sustainable growth.