The Protocol Labs Network
Protocol Labs drives breakthroughs in computing to push humanity forward.
We are an innovation network that connects over 760 tech startups, service providers, investment funds, accelerators, foundations, and other organizations developing breakthrough technologies and products in the frontiers of computing: web3, AI, AR, VR, BCI, hardware, and more. Organizations collaborate across the network to solve common problems, share knowledge and resources, and accelerate the R&D process for a wide range of technological fields.
Originally formed as the team behind IPFS, Filecoin, and libp2p, Protocol Labs continues to support those projects while expanding into additional emerging technologies.
- Founded
- 2014
- Organizations in the network
- 750+
- Portfolio teams
- 284
- Focus areas
- 4
Focus areas
- 01
Digital Human Rights
Building decentralized infrastructure that enshrines freedom and safety in the digital age.
- 02
Economies & Governance
Crypto-native tools for more efficient, equitable coordination at global scale.
- 03
AI & Robotics
Responsible advancement in AGI, robotics, and immersive technologies that reshape how we interact with the world.
- 04
Neurotechnology
Accelerating brain-computer interfaces and NeuroAI to expand human cognition and treat brain disorders.
Protocol Labs entities
- Protocol LabsThe innovation network driving breakthroughs in computing to push humanity forward.pl.xyz ↗
- PL R&DFunds pre-commercial invention and de-risks frontier ideas from open research to deployment.plrd.org ↗
- PL CapitalA family of venture funds backing extraordinary founders scaling breakthrough R&D.plcapital.xyz ↗
- PL Venture StudioPartners with founders translating cutting-edge R&D into groundbreaking startups.plcapital.xyz/plvs ↗
- PL NeuroBreaks through bottlenecks in neurotechnology and NeuroAI through investment and research.plneuro.xyz ↗
The portfolio
284 teams across four focus areas, with Protocol Labs at the centre.
