Kindred Ventures

Kindred Ventures is a venture capital firm that backs founders building companies across artificial intelligence and other emerging technology areas. Its stated focus includes AI and new computing, alongside efforts around decentralised systems, well-being technology and electric transportation. Portfolio companies referenced on its site include Sandbar, which builds interface technology and an AI note-taking device; Corgi, described as building an AI-driven insurance carrier; PlayAI, a voice AI platform later acquired by Meta; Linear Labs, which designs electric motor and electrification systems; Replenysh, a materials recovery and traceability platform for brands; and Faircraft, which develops lab-grown leather using cellular biology. The firm frames its approach around integrating artificial intelligence more deeply into everyday technology and backing founders across these different technical areas.