Yu shi and sequoia china launch 'shanyu · create plan' to invest in early-stage embodied intelligence startups

On October 28, 2026, Yu Shi Technology and Sequoia China announced the establishment of 'Shanyu · Create Plan,' a joint initiative focused on investing in early-stage startups in fields such as embodied intelligence, robotics applications, and related technologies. The plan aims to act as a 'co-founder' for entrepreneurs, supporting them through the entire innovation process from concept to market. The initiative combines Yu Shi's engineering expertise with Sequoia China's investment capabilities, adopting an 'engineer + investor' approach to accelerate startup growth. It emphasizes early-stage investment, rapid decision-making, and minimal interference, while providing resources and guidance to young teams. Yu Shi's CEO, Wang Xingxing, highlighted that Sequoia has been a key supporter since 2019, and the new plan represents a natural extension of their collaboration. The 'Shanyu · Create Plan' is designed to help startups navigate the challenges of transitioning from research to commercialization, offering a unique blend of industry insight and financial backing to drive innovation in embodied intelligence and robotics.