Shumo Chu
Angel network1 people tracked
Investment thesis
Shumo Chu is a computer scientist and angel investor with a background in cryptographically verifiable machine learning, database systems, and formal verification, holding a PhD from the University of Washington. His angel investments concentrate on frontier infrastructure, particularly blockchain and AI compute platforms, reflecting his technical focus on privacy, zero-knowledge proofs, and verifiable systems.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team Β· 1 people
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What they invest in
from 5 of 5 portfolio companiesCrypto & Web3 Γ3Data & Infrastructure Γ2AI & Machine Learning Γ1Cloud Computing Γ1Deep Tech Γ1EdTech Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ1
Investments Β· 5 tracked
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Hyperbolic operates an AI cloud platform that provides developers and researchers with affordable access to GPU compute and open-source AI models by tapping underutilized hardware.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & Infrastructure
Jasper Zhang(CEO & Co-Founder)Yuchen Jin(CTO & Co-Founder)
PartnerShumo ChuΒ· solo GP
Co-investorsChapter One
MegaETH is a blockchain platform offering high-throughput transaction processing with real-time capabilities, settling on Ethereum.
Crypto & Web3
PartnerShumo ChuΒ· solo GP
Co-investorsInception Capital (ex OP Crypto)Marin Digital VenturesMITON
Nebra builds infrastructure for aggregating and composing zero-knowledge proofs from any circuit, aimed at lowering onchain verification costs and enabling proof interoperability and shared settlement.
Crypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureDeep Tech
The University of Washington is a public university offering education and research across disciplines including oceanography, business, bioengineering, AI, pharmacy, arts, humanities, and natural and social sciences.
EdTechSeattle, US
Co-investorsWRF Capital
The International Association for Cryptologic Research (IACR) is a nonprofit scientific organization that promotes research in cryptology.
Crypto & Web3
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Shumo Chu made?
- Shumo Chu has 5 tracked investments.
- What sectors does Shumo Chu focus on?
- Shumo Chu focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Crypto & Web3, Data & Infrastructure, Robotics.
- Who does Shumo Chu co-invest with?
- Shumo Chu most often shares deals with Chapter One, Inception Capital (ex OP Crypto), Marin Digital Ventures, among 5 tracked co-investors.
Media Β· Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamNEBRA UPA: ZK Broadband Unlocks Scaling, Privacy and Interoperability - Shumo Chu
Celestia Β· Shumo Chu
Shumo Chu: NEBRA
Archetype Β· Shumo Chu
Bridges Are a Scam - Shumo Chu (Nebra)
Research Day Β· Shumo Chu
Realizing Proof Singularity via NEBRA | Shumo Chu | PROGCRYPTO
PROGCRYPTO Β· Shumo Chu
OpenZL Open Discussion, hosted by Shumo Chu, Cofounder at Manta Network
Manta Network Β· Shumo Chu
LedgerFest22 Shumo Chu Founder and CEO of Manta Network
Blockchain @ Columbia Β· Shumo Chu
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