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Planetree

Planetree is a Singapore-based early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014, focusing on deep technology and artificial intelligence investments. The firm aims to support disruptive technologies and emerging trends across various sectors.

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Overview

What Planetree does

What Planetree is

Planetree is a Singapore-based early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014, focusing on deep technology and artificial intelligence investments. The firm aims to support disruptive technologies and emerging trends across various sectors.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

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Operational profile

Organization status and context

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Operational status
Active
Organization type
Venture Capital
Founded
Founded in 2014
Approximate age
About 12 years
Structured capabilities
Funder
Last reviewed
April 26, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

Planetree as a funder

Investment thesis

Planetree focuses on identifying and nurturing early-stage companies in deep technology and artificial intelligence, aiming to capitalize on disruptive technologies and emerging trends.

Focus narrative

Planetree invests in deep technology and artificial intelligence, targeting early-stage companies. The firm is particularly interested in technically ambitious companies where AI, deep software infrastructure, autonomous systems, robotics, fintech infrastructure, or deep hardware are central to the product.

Value beyond capital

Planetree adds value to its portfolio companies through strategic support, access to a strong network, and expertise in deep technology and AI. The firm aims to help founders navigate the complexities of scaling their businesses in competitive markets.

Focus and fit

Stages
Pre-seed · Seed · Seed+ · Series A · Series A+ · Series B · Series B+ · Series C · Series C+ · Series D · Series E · Growth Equity
Regions
Global · Asia

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
10
Recorded notable exits
MiniMax

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include: PingCAP: A database technology company. Deeproute: Specializes in autonomous driving technology. Minimax: Focuses on AI-driven solutions. XTransfer: Provides cross-border financial services. Manycore: Engages in advanced computing technologies.

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What to know about Planetree

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

April 26, 2026

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