Neptune CEO Kang Yul-bin is set to take the stage as a speaker at the afaqs! Media Quest Summit 2026, held in Mumbai, India, on August 21. During the event, Kang Yul-bin will break down the marketing value of gamers and outline the strategic vision for KRAFTON Ad Platform India, the company's local subsidiary. Now in its second year, this conference serves as a key networking hub for India’s advertising and media decision-makers.

Hosted by the Indian media outlet afaqs!, the summit will feature Kang Yul-bin explaining exactly why gamers are such a compelling target for modern brands. By looking at the broader ecosystem—covering everything from esports to online communities—Kang Yul-bin aims to provide fresh insights into how marketers should navigate these unique gaming environments.

Kang Yul-bin will also pull back the curtain on the business direction of KRAFTON Ad Platform India. The presentation is expected to detail plans for integrating ads into Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), showcasing how KRAFTON Ad Platform India intends to help brands bridge the gap to India’s massive player base through its ad-tech solutions. It is a clear push to cement their footprint in the region.

Following the summit, Kang Yul-bin will serve as a presenter at the ADEL Awards, a significant event for India’s marketing elite. Reflecting on the trip, Kang Yul-bin stated, "This summit is a vital moment to connect with local industry leaders and announce the launch of KRAFTON Ad Platform India." Kang Yul-bin added, "By participating as a presenter at the ADEL Awards, the goal is to build strong ties with the Indian marketing sector and demonstrate a firm commitment to establishing gaming as a premier media channel, with KRAFTON Ad Platform India at the heart of the digital ad market."