Next gen compute
We’re entering the next great inflection point in compute. Playground backs the innovations pushing computing to new frontiers—from quantum computing and AI acceleration to novel architectures and advanced interconnects.
We invest somewhere between improbable and impossible.
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.
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 for companies 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, and scalable 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 enable next-generation therapies.
Made for the mission.
Portfolio
Playground companies don’t always fit into categories—they create them. From novel machines to programmable matter, our portfolio is proof that deep tech isn’t just a thesis—it’s a catalyst reshaping how the world works.
We invest in
Automation
Next-Gen Compute
Energy Transition
Engineered Biology
