Protocol VC

Protocol VC is a venture capital firm that provides early-stage funding and strategic support to companies developing foundational computing breakthroughs. Operating as a family of funds under PL Capital, it focuses on investing in technologies that advance the future of the internet and decentralized networks. The firm leverages its deep technical expertise and extensive network to identify and cultivate ventures pushing the boundaries of computation.

The firm's investment arm was formally established around 2017, stemming from the vision of Juan Benet, founder of Protocol Labs. Benet's insight was to create an ecosystem that not only developed critical internet infrastructure like IPFS and Filecoin but also actively nurtured external projects capable of extending this technological frontier. This approach allows Protocol VC to back ventures that align with and expand upon the core principles of an open and robust computing future.

Protocol VC's product serves technically elite founders and startups dedicated to building the next generation of computing paradigms. By partnering with these innovators, the firm aims to propel humanity forward through strategic investments in high-impact technologies. Its long-term vision centers on fostering a diverse portfolio of companies that collectively contribute to a more resilient, efficient, and accessible global digital infrastructure.