Shumo Chu
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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 · 1 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 5 of 5 portfolio companiesCrypto & Web3 ×3Data & Infrastructure ×3AI & Machine Learning ×2Cloud Computing ×1Cybersecurity ×1Deep Tech ×1Developer Tools ×1EdTech ×1
HQs:United States×2
Investments · 5 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathHyperbolic 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 & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsNew York, US
Jasper Zhang(Founder)inYuchen Jin(Founder)inYue Zhang(Executive Officer, Director)
PartnerShumo Chu· solo GP
Co-investorsAlumni VenturesAmbush CapitalBankless VenturesBig Brain HoldingsChapter OneFaction+9 more
MegaETH is a blockchain platform offering high-throughput transaction processing with real-time capabilities, settling on Ethereum.
Crypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureFintech
Shuyao Kong (孔姝尧)(Founder)in
PartnerShumo Chu· solo GP
Co-investorsBig Brain HoldingsDragonflyFigmentInception CapitalMarin Digital VenturesMetastable+3 more
NEBRA is a research and development organization that builds technologies and infrastructure to advance the adoption of zero-knowledge proofs in blockchain applications.
AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureDeep Tech
University of Washington is a public research institution offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional education across multiple campuses and disciplines including engineering, computer science, business, medicine, law, and environmental studies.
EdTechSeattle, US
Co-investorsWRF Capital
The IACR is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing cryptology research and education.
Crypto & Web3Cybersecurity
Co-investorsPolymorphic Capital
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 Big Brain Holdings, Dragonfly, Figment, among 20 tracked co-investors.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamNEBRA UPA: ZK Broadband Unlocks Scaling, Privacy and Interoperability - Shumo Chu
Celestia · Shumo Chu
Shumo Chu: NEBRA
Archetype · Shumo Chu
Bridges Are a Scam - Shumo Chu (Nebra)
Research Day · Shumo Chu
Realizing Proof Singularity via NEBRA | Shumo Chu | PROGCRYPTO
PROGCRYPTO · Shumo Chu
OpenZL Open Discussion, hosted by Shumo Chu, Cofounder at Manta Network
Manta Network · Shumo Chu
LedgerFest22 Shumo Chu Founder and CEO of Manta Network
Blockchain @ Columbia · Shumo Chu
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