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IFIA Magazine March 2025

SIIF 2024:

A Global Platform for

Pioneering Innovations

Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF 2024) Unveils the Future of Innovation
[Seoul, South Korea – November 2024 ,30] The bustling halls of the Seoul
Convention Center COEX once again became a hub of innovation and creativity
as the Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF 2024) welcomed participants from
around the globe. Taking place from November 27 to November 30 ,2024, this
year marks the 20th edition of SIIF, reaffirming its position as one of the premier
international events for showcasing groundbreaking inventions and technologies.
Organized by the Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA) and held under
the auspices of the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO), the International
Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA), and the World Intellectual Property
Organization (WIPO), SIIF 2024 continues its mission to celebrate and promote
innovation as a driving force for global progress.
With 550 inventors and startups from 32 countries participating, this year’s
event set new benchmarks in diversity and innovation. The exhibition featured
an impressive range of inventive solutions across industries such as healthcare,
renewable energy, artificial intelligence, agriculture, and smart technologies.
Notably, AI-powered innovations and sustainable technologies took center stage,
reflecting the event’s focus on addressing the challenges and opportunities of
the modern world.
Spotlight on Innovation and Collaboration
The exhibition halls buzzed with activity as inventors showcased their latest
creations to an international audience of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry
leaders. The fair offered an unparalleled platform for networking, fostering
collaborations, and facilitating the commercialization of cutting-edge inventions.
Participants explored opportunities to turn their ideas into market-ready
solutions, bridging the gap between invention and industry.
A notable highlight of SIIF 2024 was its emphasis on sustainability and social
responsibility. The event showcased numerous green technologies, including
renewable energy systems, waste management solutions, and eco-friendly
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