Kim Taek-jin, Ph.D., is a South Korean businessman, the self-made billionaire Founder and CEO of NCSoft (KRX: 036570), one of the world's largest online gaming companies (specializing in MMORPGs). His career is rooted in elite computer science and technology.

Kim holds a B.S. and an M.S. degree in Electronic Engineering from Seoul National University (SNU) and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). His structural contribution is immense: he was the first person in Korea to develop a word processing program for DOS (Hangul in 1989). His philosophy centers on technological innovation, original IP creation, and dominating the online gaming market.

• NCSoft (Founder & CEO): The core publicly traded asset, a global leader in online gaming (brands include Lineage, Guild Wars, and Blade & Soul).
• Gaming Pioneer: His company developed Korea's first successful online game, Lineage, in 1998, which became a global phenomenon.
• Academic Background: He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from KAIST and a degree in Electronic Engineering from SNU.
• Technological Innovation: He was the first person in Korea to develop a word processing program for DOS (Hangul).

Dr. Kim Taek-jin's strategic genius was his early commitment to online gaming (MMORPGs). He founded NCSoft in 1997. His company's breakthrough came with the launch of Lineage in 1998, which rapidly achieved market dominance and became a cultural phenomenon in South Korea, securing massive, stable revenue from subscription fees and in-game purchases.

Under his leadership as CEO, NCSoft expanded globally, acquiring and developing major franchises like Guild Wars and Blade & Soul. His structural contribution is tied to the successful industrialization and globalization of the online gaming sector (the MMORPG genre). His wealth is secured by the colossal, long-term, stable profitability of the global gaming and content sector.

Dr. Kim Taek-jin's social impact is structural, stemming from NCSoft's role in providing global entertainment content and driving the development of the online gaming industry in South Korea and worldwide. His company's commitment to IP creation has influenced pop culture and technology.

His personal philanthropy supports various educational and community initiatives (including SNU's Department of Electrical Engineering). His structural contribution is tied to the successful industrialization and technological modernization of the Korean gaming sector.

Kim Taek-jin maintains the professional, composed style of a technology executive. His attire is consistently formal and high-quality, favoring tailored suits. His aesthetic reflects serious authority and stability, typical of a leader in the specialized gaming sector.

Residing in Seoul, South Korea, his luxury is the immense security and financial reward derived from his multi-billion dollar fortune. His life is dedicated to gaming innovation, IP management, and the long-term stewardship of the NCSoft empire.