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New Layer Capital

Venture capital

Pre-Seed–Series B · 4 people tracked

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Investment thesis

New Layer Capital invests globally in equity across Pre-Seed to Series B stages, focusing on companies within the Bitcoin ecosystem. Its areas of focus include energy, mining and advanced computing (Layer 0), Lightning Network and scalability (Layer 2+), artificial intelligence, financial services, privacy and security, and decentralized applications. The firm follows a patient-capital philosophy oriented toward long-term, risk-adjusted returns rather than short-term gains. Beyond capital, it positions itself as an active partner, supporting founders with commercial strategy, financial planning, and expansion, and encouraging collaboration among its portfolio companies to create mutual value.

Source: firm website, verified Jul 31, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Series B
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2021
Tracked investments
1

Team · 4 people

from the firm's website
Nicholas Safford· General Partner

Founder of New Layer Capital (2021) with over 17 years in finance and energy, having led over $50B in VC, PE, and corporate M&A transactions. He spent a decade at Aramco investing across the energy value chain, began investing in Bitcoin in 2015, and previously held roles at Pacbridge Capital Partners, Mekong Capital, and Riveria Investment Group.

Alex Lyashok· Operating Partner

A hi-tech operations executive who has made over 150 angel investments and invested in Bitcoin since 2013. He was CEO of WorkFusion (2015-2021) and previously held senior roles at EPAM Systems; he also advises several New Layer Capital portfolio companies.

Dave Perrill· Operating Partner

A four-time technology founder with 28 years across data centers, Bitcoin mining, energy, and information security. He founded Compute North and serves as a board member of Nasdaq-listed Hive Digital Technologies.

Faisal Baig· Venture Partner

Brings over 25 years in private equity, venture capital, and M&A with roles at Aramco, Investcorp, JPMorgan, Citi, and NEA, overseeing more than $75B in transactions. He leverages his network of family offices, global venture funds, and banks for New Layer Capital.

Investments · 1 tracked

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Hestiia

Company combining Bitcoin, energy, heating, IoT, and big data.

Frequently asked questions

What stage does New Layer Capital invest at?
New Layer Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
What sectors does New Layer Capital focus on?
New Layer Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Crypto & Web3, Cybersecurity, Energy, Fintech.

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