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Overview
- Summary
- Sapien Semiconductor Co., Ltd. is a fabless company providing customized ASIC products and solutions based on innovative design IPs optimized for Micro-LED display driving. It is a global leader in developing various Micro-LED display driving semiconductors applicable from micro-sized to large-sized displays. The company specializes in developing and supplying ultra-small CMOS Backplanes for AR/MR devices and Micro Pixel Drivers (MPD) for FALD-BLU, TVs, and signage. It aims to be a global game-changer in the next-generation Micro-LED display industry.Sapien Semiconductor Co., Ltd. is a fabless company providing customized ASIC products and solutions based on innovative design IPs optimized for Micro-LED display driving. It is a global leader in developing various Micro-LED display driving semiconductors applicable from micro-sized to large-sized displays. The company specializes in developing and supplying ultra-small CMOS Backplanes for AR/MR devices and Micro Pixel Drivers (MPD) for FALD-BLU, TVs, and signage. It aims to be a global game-changer in the next-generation Micro-LED display industry.
- Key Products/Technologies
- LEDoS CMOS Backplane technology enables ultra-small, ultra-high-density, and ultra-low-power display engines optimized for next-generation applications such as AR smart glasses, HMDs, and military goggles. Products incorporate Active-matrix Architecture, PWM Driving Scheme, and patented Memory-inside-Pixel (MiP®) technology. Features include independent RGB pixel driving, 1,280(RGB/Mono) x 720 resolution, 10-bit Color Depth, Mura Compensation, Image Processing IPs, and an embedded Temperature Sensor. Based on 28nm FD-SOI CMOS process, development kits are available, supporting up to 2K resolution, 2.5 ㎛ or lower pixel pitch, various custom IP integrations, and flexible technical support.LEDoS CMOS Backplane technology enables ultra-small, ultra-high-density, and ultra-low-power display engines optimized for next-generation applications such as AR smart glasses, HMDs, and military goggles. Products incorporate Active-matrix Architecture, PWM Driving Scheme, and patented Memory-inside-Pixel (MiP®) technology. Features include independent RGB pixel driving, 1,280(RGB/Mono) x 720 resolution, 10-bit Color Depth, Mura Compensation, Image Processing IPs, and an embedded Temperature Sensor. Based on 28nm FD-SOI CMOS process, development kits are available, supporting up to 2K resolution, 2.5 ㎛ or lower pixel pitch, various custom IP integrations, and flexible technical support.
- Micro Pixel Driver (MPD®) products are Micro-/Mini-LED driving solutions for large displays such as FALD BLU, TVs, signage, and transparent displays. These solutions support high-quality display implementation with clear image quality and stable performance.Micro Pixel Driver (MPD®) products are Micro-/Mini-LED driving solutions for large displays such as FALD BLU, TVs, signage, and transparent displays. These solutions support high-quality display implementation with clear image quality and stable performance.
- Micro-Tile® technology is a next-generation tiled display driving technology capable of driving 15x30 micrometer (μm) Micro-LEDs. This technology forms an active display module by configuring 300 Micro-LEDs into a 10×10 RGB pixel array, driven by a single driver IC. Designed with MiP(Memory-inside-Pixel) and applying POD™ (Pixel On Driver) based patented packaging technology and TSV (Through Silicon Via) process, it achieves ultra-fine/high-density implementation and reduces manufacturing costs.Micro-Tile® technology is a next-generation tiled display driving technology capable of driving 15x30 micrometer (μm) Micro-LEDs. This technology forms an active display module by configuring 300 Micro-LEDs into a 10×10 RGB pixel array, driven by a single driver IC. Designed with MiP(Memory-inside-Pixel) and applying POD™ (Pixel On Driver) based patented packaging technology and TSV (Through Silicon Via) process, it achieves ultra-fine/high-density implementation and reduces manufacturing costs.
- Core Advantages
- Proprietary Micro-LED specialized DDIC design technology provides essential brightness, fast response speed, low power consumption, and ultra-small DDI structures required for AR devices.Proprietary Micro-LED specialized DDIC design technology provides essential brightness, fast response speed, low power consumption, and ultra-small DDI structures required for AR devices.
- The patented MiP(Memory-inside-Pixel) core technology, with memory embedded within the DDI, enables up to 75% power consumption reduction, over 30% yield improvement, up to 50% cost reduction, and 90% assembly cost reduction compared to competitors.The patented MiP(Memory-inside-Pixel) core technology, with memory embedded within the DDI, enables up to 75% power consumption reduction, over 30% yield improvement, up to 50% cost reduction, and 90% assembly cost reduction compared to competitors.
- Collaboration and references with global big tech companies include a cooperation development agreement with French company A and US company M in 2019, leading to the completion of AR/MR CMOS Backplane development and supply to company S in 2021. A strong network with multiple global Micro-LED manufacturers and Set, OEM/ODM clients provides differentiated solutions and stable supply throughout the project lifecycle.Collaboration and references with global big tech companies include a cooperation development agreement with French company A and US company M in 2019, leading to the completion of AR/MR CMOS Backplane development and supply to company S in 2021. A strong network with multiple global Micro-LED manufacturers and Set, OEM/ODM clients provides differentiated solutions and stable supply throughout the project lifecycle.
- Technological capability spanning from ultra-small to ultra-large displays includes the development of various Micro-LED display driving semiconductors applicable to ultra-small AR/MR devices, FALD-BLU, TVs, and signage.Technological capability spanning from ultra-small to ultra-large displays includes the development of various Micro-LED display driving semiconductors applicable to ultra-small AR/MR devices, FALD-BLU, TVs, and signage.
- A technological lead of 2-3 years in 2nd generation and over 5 years in 3rd generation compared to Chinese competitors, positioning the company to lead industry standards.A technological lead of 2-3 years in 2nd generation and over 5 years in 3rd generation compared to Chinese competitors, positioning the company to lead industry standards.
- Strong intellectual property (IP) competitiveness with an average of 20 global patent applications annually and over 150 global technical patents, meticulously protecting core Micro-LED technologies through patent application systems, supported by in-house patent attorneys and US lawyers.Strong intellectual property (IP) competitiveness with an average of 20 global patent applications annually and over 150 global technical patents, meticulously protecting core Micro-LED technologies through patent application systems, supported by in-house patent attorneys and US lawyers.
- Target Industrie
- Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) devices such as AR smart glasses and HMD (Head-Mounted Display).Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) devices such as AR smart glasses and HMD (Head-Mounted Display).
- Defense and military sectors, including military goggles and AR-HUD for tanks and fighter jets.Defense and military sectors, including military goggles and AR-HUD for tanks and fighter jets.
- Large display product groups, including FALD BLU (Full Array Local Dimming Backlight Unit).Large display product groups, including FALD BLU (Full Array Local Dimming Backlight Unit).
- Various display products such as TVs, signage, and transparent displays.Various display products such as TVs, signage, and transparent displays.
- Specialized display markets, including automotive displays and wearable displays.Specialized display markets, including automotive displays and wearable displays.
- Potential entry into new AI-related markets such as AI optical communication devices.Potential entry into new AI-related markets such as AI optical communication devices.
- Major Markets
- Based in the Korean market, a NRE development and supply contract with a Micro-LED display manufacturer in the Asian region., Anticipated Mini-LED DDI mass production revenue from Chinese clients, with mass production expected in the second half of 2026.Based in the Korean market, a NRE development and supply contract with a Micro-LED display manufacturer in the Asian region., Anticipated Mini-LED DDI mass production revenue from Chinese clients, with mass production expected in the second half of 2026.
- Cooperation development agreement signed with French company A., CMOS backplane development and supply contract signed with a European microdisplay engine company., Export of high-end display solutions and anticipation of additional orders from European companies.Cooperation development agreement signed with French company A., CMOS backplane development and supply contract signed with a European microdisplay engine company., Export of high-end display solutions and anticipation of additional orders from European companies.
- Cooperation development agreement signed with US company M., Active discussions with multiple North American companies regarding the supply of Micro-LED display driving chips for AI smart glasses., Plans to accelerate local supply through US operations., Strategic partnerships established with global big tech companies.Cooperation development agreement signed with US company M., Active discussions with multiple North American companies regarding the supply of Micro-LED display driving chips for AI smart glasses., Plans to accelerate local supply through US operations., Strategic partnerships established with global big tech companies.
- Certifications/Patents
- Acquisition of 'ISO 9001:2015' international standard certification for quality management systems from the international certification body ICR (March 2026). Official recognition that the quality management system for the entire process of Micro-LED display driving CMOS DDIC development and supply conforms to international standards.Acquisition of 'ISO 9001:2015' international standard certification for quality management systems from the international certification body ICR (March 2026). Official recognition that the quality management system for the entire process of Micro-LED display driving CMOS DDIC development and supply conforms to international standards.
- Acquisition of Intellectual Property Management Company certification from the Korean Intellectual Property Office in 2022.Acquisition of Intellectual Property Management Company certification from the Korean Intellectual Property Office in 2022.
- Possession of intellectual property rights with 54 domestic patents and 13 international patent applications registered/pending. Holding over 150 global technical patents, meticulously protecting core Micro-LED technologies through the patent application system.Possession of intellectual property rights with 54 domestic patents and 13 international patent applications registered/pending. Holding over 150 global technical patents, meticulously protecting core Micro-LED technologies through the patent application system.
- Specific patent registration for MiP(Memory-inside-Pixel) technology. Also holds patented POD™ (Pixel On Driver) based packaging technology.Specific patent registration for MiP(Memory-inside-Pixel) technology. Also holds patented POD™ (Pixel On Driver) based packaging technology.
- Awarded the Excellence Prize at the 3rd (2023) and 5th (2025) Korea Venture Startup Patent Awards, demonstrating technological completeness.Awarded the Excellence Prize at the 3rd (2023) and 5th (2025) Korea Venture Startup Patent Awards, demonstrating technological completeness.
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42 Changeop-ro, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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