Haitao Capital

Haitao Capital is a venture capital firm based in Shanghai, China, established in 2017. The firm specializes in early-stage, cross-border investments, focusing on sectors that are poised for transformation in a changing China. Its investment strategy centers around the four key areas of care, culture, creation, and consumption, reflecting the belief that these domains will significantly impact the global landscape. Haitao Capital targets promising companies in diverse industries, including healthcare and wellness, advertising technology, new retail, travel, entertainment, education, fintech, transport, agritech, and food safety. By supporting innovative teams that challenge conventional norms, Haitao Capital aims to contribute to the evolution of these sectors, with a portfolio that features companies like Autonomous.io and The CareVoice.

Geoffrey Handley

Founding General Partner

27 past transactions

Aggregion

Seed Round in 2019
Our vision for Aggregion is ambitious, but simple: a universal license processing platform that allows all business participants (copyright holders, distributors, channels, and end customers) to seamlessly interact within a single trusted environment. The idea is similar to the Visa/Mastercard model, except Aggregion’s primary area of focus is on licenses, rights and rules. Aggregion develops the back-end which is able to provide technology, network and governance for any type of licensing transactions, and integrating any external systems via API as needed.

Aggregion

Seed Round in 2018
Our vision for Aggregion is ambitious, but simple: a universal license processing platform that allows all business participants (copyright holders, distributors, channels, and end customers) to seamlessly interact within a single trusted environment. The idea is similar to the Visa/Mastercard model, except Aggregion’s primary area of focus is on licenses, rights and rules. Aggregion develops the back-end which is able to provide technology, network and governance for any type of licensing transactions, and integrating any external systems via API as needed.

Hippo and Crate

Seed Round in 2018
Hippo & Crate Limited is a company based in Jing'an, China, that specializes in oral and dental care products, including toothbrushes and toothpaste. Founded in 2016, it operates on a subscription-based direct-to-consumer model, offering high-quality and environmentally responsible oral hygiene products. The company aims to elevate personal care through aesthetically pleasing and effective items, catering to the growing demand for premium oral care solutions in China. By eliminating traditional retail channels, Hippo & Crate engages directly with consumers, fostering a loyal customer base through word-of-mouth marketing. The brand positions itself as a modern alternative to established players in the industry, reflecting a shift towards more personalized and accessible oral care options.

247tickets

Seed Round in 2018
247tickets is an online ticket purchasing platform that caters to expats and visitors in China and Southeast Asia. Based in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing, it offers a wide range of tickets for events, movies, experiences, and trips. The platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to book tickets through its mobile and desktop website, a WeChat concierge service, or through partners like TimeOut China and City Weekend Shanghai. With a focus on entertainment and experiences, 247tickets has facilitated ticket sales for numerous plays, sports events, musicals, and tours. The company also made a strategic acquisition in 2017 by purchasing Travelers Society to enhance its offerings in the growing inbound and outbound tourism markets in China.

BuzzBuzz

Seed Round in 2018
BuzzBuzz provides a platform for kids in China and English speaking countries to engage in guided conversation for language practice. Our vision is to connect global kids and empower their love to learn a language.

Hedera Hashgraph

Venture Round in 2018
The Hedera hashgraph platform will offer a distributed public ledger that enables anyone to easily develop globally decentralized applications. Developers can build secure, fair, blazing-fast decentralized applications on top of the Hedera hashgraph platform.

Hedera Hashgraph

Venture Round in 2018
The Hedera hashgraph platform will offer a distributed public ledger that enables anyone to easily develop globally decentralized applications. Developers can build secure, fair, blazing-fast decentralized applications on top of the Hedera hashgraph platform.

Vechain

Venture Round in 2018
VeChain Foundation develops information transformation platform based on blockchain technology. It offers product lifecycle management, supply chain process control, data deposit, data certification, and process certification. The company offers its products for luxury, alcohol, agriculture, automotive, and other multi-sector. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Singapore with additional offices in Shanghai, China; Paris, France; Luxembourg, Palo Alto, California; Tokyo, Japan; and Hong Kong.

AWB Health

Seed Round in 2018
AWB Health, founded in 2012, is a prominent workplace wellness company that offers a comprehensive digital platform focused on nutrition, medical guidance, fitness, emotional well-being, and environmental health. The company aims to enhance employee awareness and foster healthy habits through personalized health assessments and goal-setting features. Users receive tailored health reports and plans based on their individual health risk evaluations. In addition to its online services, AWB Health organizes engaging offline events to promote wellness. Businesses benefit from aggregated group health reports generated through big data analytics, allowing them to implement targeted programs that improve employee engagement and performance. AWB Health's clientele includes notable Fortune 500 companies such as Disney, Roche, Adidas, and Siemens, reflecting its commitment to facilitating health improvement in diverse corporate environments.

The CareVoice

Seed Round in 2018
The CareVoice Limited is a Shanghai-based company that develops a mobile-based, data-driven software as a service (SaaS) solution aimed at enhancing the healthcare experience in China. Founded in 2013, the company provides a platform that features community-sourced ratings and recommendations for hospitals, doctors, and treatments. Patients can share their experiences through ratings and reviews based on their medical visits, fostering a collaborative environment for individuals undergoing similar treatments. The CareVoice aims to transform healthcare into a more consumer-centric experience, offering tools for insurers to create connected health ecosystems and improve patient engagement. The company also maintains an office in Hong Kong and has garnered support from prominent venture capital and healthcare investors.

Aion

Seed Round in 2018
Aion serves as the digital asset of The Open Application Network (OAN), which was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The OAN operates as a public infrastructure designed for Open Apps, enabling users to regain control, privacy, and ownership of their data. Aion is integral to securing and accessing the OAN, facilitating a global community of individuals, software companies, and institutions that collaborate to maintain the network's operations. This ecosystem incentivizes participation through the use of Aion, addressing the challenges posed by traditional platform economies. As an open-source initiative built on universally accessible standards, the OAN empowers users by allowing them to create and host applications that prioritize user autonomy.

Orchid Labs

Seed Round in 2017
Orchid Labs is an open-source initiative focused on combating internet surveillance and censorship. Founded in 2017 by a team including Dr. Steven Waterhouse and Jay Freeman, the company develops a decentralized nanopayment platform that enhances internet accessibility. Its innovative approach employs an overlay network built on the existing internet, utilizing a peer-to-peer tokenized bandwidth exchange. This technology empowers users to protect their personal data while facilitating secure communication, collaboration, and information access. Overall, Orchid Labs aims to create a more inclusive and liberated online environment for all users.

Winding Tree

Venture Round in 2017
Winding Tree Limited is a travel industry-focused company that designs and develops a distribution platform aimed at reducing travel costs for consumers by eliminating intermediaries through blockchain technology. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, the company provides solutions for suppliers, sellers, and software vendors, facilitating a more efficient marketplace. By partnering with various airlines, property management systems, and hotels, Winding Tree seeks to enhance profitability for providers while making travel more affordable for customers. In addition to its platform, the company offers consulting services and develops proprietary software products to support its clients in leveraging this innovative technology for their travel-related projects.

Morfus

Seed Round in 2017
Morfus Mixed Reality Inc. specializes in virtual reality solutions aimed at enhancing the design and planning of infrastructure projects. Founded in 2016 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company develops a VR marketing tool tailored for professionals in architecture, interior design, and renovation. This innovative tool allows users to easily create and manipulate their designs within a virtual environment, enabling clients to experience projects immersively before construction begins. Morfus also offers services such as remote planning, collaboration, customized devices, applications, and project management, facilitating a streamlined process for creatives in the industry.

Judolaunch

Seed Round in 2017
Judolaunch is a product launch platform designed to assist small e-commerce brands in expanding their market reach internationally. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a concierge launch service that connects brands with a global audience through promotional codes aimed at pre-vetted consumers. Its offerings include customer support, listing and feedback monitoring, as well as managing refunds and returns, alongside communication assistance for Amazon services. Judolaunch aims to streamline the product development lifecycle for entrepreneurs, enhancing their ability to market and promote new launches effectively across various Amazon marketplaces.

eFanswer

Seed Round in 2017
eFanswer LTD operates an online platform that facilitates interaction between fans and celebrities. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the platform allows users to ask questions to their favorite idols, discover intriguing insights, and compile their inquiries into a unique e-book. Through this crowd writing approach, celebrities can share their life stories and experiences via text, audio, and video content, enhancing their connection with fans. The service empowers users to engage with their idols in a meaningful way, creating memorable records of their interactions while enabling celebrities to reach a broader audience across various social platforms.

Maijin

Seed Round in 2017
Maijin is a platform that facilitates engagement between brands and a network of universities in China, leveraging a community of over 200,000 university students across more than 1,000 campuses in 20 cities. The platform enables brands to conduct market research and run targeted campaigns by collecting real-time data through its mobile app. This data-driven approach allows brands to refine their strategies and enhance sales within the Chinese market. Additionally, Maijin empowers students and teachers to contribute to environmental initiatives at their universities while also providing opportunities for students to act as content creators.

Luxchain

Seed Round in 2017
Luxchain is offers Multi-factor Authentication for personal luxury goods. They identify counterfeits using comprehensive verification solutions built on AI and blockchain. With Digital Assets, they allow buyers and sellers to view detailed product information at a glance. Digital Assets show proof of authenticity - boosting transparency and trust. LUXCHAIN relieves the frustration that many face in a counterfeit-heavy luxury market. They are the next generation solution for luxury product authentication.

247tickets

Seed Round in 2016
247tickets is an online ticket purchasing platform that caters to expats and visitors in China and Southeast Asia. Based in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing, it offers a wide range of tickets for events, movies, experiences, and trips. The platform is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to book tickets through its mobile and desktop website, a WeChat concierge service, or through partners like TimeOut China and City Weekend Shanghai. With a focus on entertainment and experiences, 247tickets has facilitated ticket sales for numerous plays, sports events, musicals, and tours. The company also made a strategic acquisition in 2017 by purchasing Travelers Society to enhance its offerings in the growing inbound and outbound tourism markets in China.

China Admissions

Seed Round in 2016
China Admissions is an online platform that assists foreign students in applying to various universities in China. Founded in July 2010 and based in Beijing, the company provides comprehensive information about universities, educational programs, and admission procedures, facilitating a smoother transition for international students. In addition to aiding students, China Admissions also supports Chinese universities in their international marketing efforts and in recruiting foreign students. The platform serves as a vital resource for those seeking to study in China, streamlining the application process and enhancing the overall experience for international applicants.

SkySafe

Seed Round in 2016
SkySafe, Inc. is a San Diego-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in airspace security through the development of anti-drone devices. These systems utilize radio waves to take control of unauthorized drones, safely landing them while providing real-time notifications and detailed event history. By employing advanced radio technology and deep threat analysis, SkySafe enables clients to detect and manage malicious drone activity, thereby enhancing security for various environments. The team comprises experts from prestigious institutions including MIT and UC San Diego, as well as the Air Force Research Lab, all dedicated to creating safe airspaces amidst the growing landscape of drone innovation.

Mycroft

Seed Round in 2016
Mycroft AI, Inc. develops an open-source voice assistant platform that integrates artificial intelligence and natural language processing to allow users to control various electronic devices through voice commands. The Mycroft software operates as an extensible platform, enabling customization and adaptation for a wide range of devices, including refrigerators, computers, speakers, wearables, cars, and televisions. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and Lawrence, Kansas. Mycroft's approach emphasizes an open-source and open-hardware philosophy, allowing users to modify and enhance their voice assistant experience according to their needs.

Autonomous

Seed Round in 2016
Autonomous is a company dedicated to integrating advanced technologies in artificial intelligence and robotics into everyday products. Founded in 2015 in New York City, Autonomous began its journey with the launch of the SmartDesk, which has since gained popularity among customers worldwide, helping them enhance their productivity and well-being at work. The company designs and manufactures a range of innovative products, including the SmartDesk, ErgoChair, Deep Learning Robot, Clone, and Personal Robot. With a commitment to fostering a healthier and more efficient work environment, Autonomous has expanded its reach to ten locations globally, serving a community of entrepreneurs and innovators who benefit from its offerings. The positive feedback and enthusiasm from users highlight the company's impact in promoting smarter work solutions.

GuavaPass

Seed Round in 2015
GuavaPass operates a platform that provides information on fitness studios and healthy-living experts in Bangkok, Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Manila, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, and Taipei. It provides services in the areas of yoga, kickboxing, spinning, dance, CrossFit, and Pilates. Jeffrey Liu and Robert Pachter founded GuavaPass in April 2015. It has its headquarters in Singapore. ClassPass acquired GuavaPass in January 2019.

Grana

Seed Round in 2014
Grana Group Limited is an ecommerce fashion startup based in Hong Kong, specializing in direct-to-consumer clothing for both men and women. Founded in 2014, the company offers a diverse range of wardrobe essentials, including T-shirts, sweaters, dresses, and various styles of jeans and chinos, all designed in-house using high-quality fabrics sourced globally. Grana aims to provide its products at honest prices by directly sourcing from garment factories, thereby minimizing unnecessary markups typically found in traditional retail. The brand ships to over 65 countries within 1-2 days and also features an offline showroom called "The Fitting Room" in Hong Kong, allowing customers to try on items before making online purchases.

Filecoin

Seed Round in 2014
Filecoin is a data storage network that enables users to rent disk space for file storage. It operates as a decentralized platform, allowing participants to buy and sell storage services using its native electronic currency, which can also be exchanged for other currencies such as Bitcoin and USD. The company is headquartered in the United States and aims to provide a secure and efficient method for managing data storage needs.

Booktrack

Series A in 2014
Booktrack Ltd. operates a content creation and distribution platform that enhances reading by transforming it into a movie-like experience. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with an additional office in Toronto, the company offers Booktrack Studio, a software that allows users to synchronize movie-style soundtracks—comprising music, ambient audio, and sound effects—with e-books and other digital text. The audio is tailored to match individual reading speeds, facilitating a personalized experience. Booktrack utilizes artificial intelligence to automatically generate soundtracks for any text or voice, positioning itself as an innovative force in the publishing and audio industries. The company is supported by notable investors, including Peter Thiel.
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