We invest somewhere between improbable and impossible.‍

Playground is where breakthrough science turns into world-changing companies. We back the scientists and engineers redefining what’s possible.

Next gen compute

We’re entering the next great inflection point in compute. Playground backs the innovations pushing computing to new frontiers—from quantum computingand AI acceleration to novel architectures and advanced interconnects.

Automation

Automation isn’t the end goal—it’s a means to real outcomes. We invest in automation technologies that deliver tangible ROI by unlocking new ways forcompanies to scale, innovate, and compete.

Energy Transition

The future of energy isn’t just cleaner—it’s smarter. Playground invests in technology that drives the energy transition—unlocking cleaner, more efficient, andscalable solutions across energy generation, storage, and infrastructure.

Engineered Biology

Biology is now programmable. At the intersection of AI and synthetic biology, Playground backs platforms that accelerate drug development and enablenext-generation therapies.

Made for the mission.

about us

Playground is where deep tech gets its start. We invest at the earliest stages of company formation, backing technical founders working at the intersection ofAI, engineered biology, next-gen compute, and hard science. If it’s too early for everyone else, it’s probably right for us.

Learn More

Portfolio

Playground companies don’t always fit into categories—they create them. From novel machines to programmable matter, our portfolio is proof that deeptech isn’t just a thesis—it’s a catalyst reshaping how the world works.