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SNOVA Capital

Venture capital

Sharjah · Pre-Seed–Series C · 15 people tracked

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Investment thesis

SNOVA Capital, established in 2023 and licensed in the UAE, concentrates on the Web3 and blockchain sector. Between 2023 and 2024 it reportedly raised over $20M for web3 and blockchain projects, with AUM (including affiliated funds) of roughly $140M in USD/USDT. The firm emphasizes fundraising, fund management, marketing, exchange listings, and infrastructure support for crypto and blockchain ventures, including real-world asset (RWA) and real estate tokenization projects. Its team spans backgrounds in traditional finance, asset management, and blockchain product development.

Invests inAI & Machine LearningCleantechCrypto & Web3EnergyFintechGamingMarketing TechAsia-PacificGlobalMiddle East & North Africa

Source: firm website, verified Aug 2, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Series C
HQ
Sharjah, AE
Founded
2023
AUM
$140M

Team · 15 people

from the firm's website
Allen Song· Senior Partner & Co-Founder

Co-founder of SNOVA Capital with over a decade in investment and asset management, previously CIO for Asia at Yozma Group, a hedge fund manager at Mirae Asset Global Investments and Samsung Asset Management. Holds a BA in Business Administration from Sogang University.

Edward Yeom· Co-Founder

Co-founder of SNOVA who led fundraising campaigns raising over $10M for a blockchain-integrated real estate platform (Korea Sotheby's International Realty RWA) and over $7M for a cryptocurrency presale. Holds a BSc from the London School of Economics.

Andrew Gostishchev· Managing Partner

Managing Partner and software developer with 8+ years of experience, co-founder of Callegram, CTO of MoodyLeaf, founder of Tonpay and former CTO of Pokemod. Holds an Associate's degree in IT from Don State Technical University.

Arian Niculescu· Managing Partner

Managing Partner and Chapter Director for VNTR Capital in Dubai, also a venture partner at LATOKEN, with prior roles at Signature Property Group, CloudCoin Consortium and DAO1.

David Ham· Managing Partner

Managing Partner currently BD Director at CertiK and former Global Head of Blockchain at Samsung SDS, where he led numerous blockchain PoCs with global institutions. Also a Techstars Web3 mentor and former Polygon Guild leader in Seoul.

Denis Matveev· Managing Partner

Managing Partner focused on building mini-applications within super apps, particularly Telegram, with a blockchain background since 2016. Co-founder of Callegram and MoodyLeaf and community roles at Tonpound and TON Apps.

Max Lighter· Managing Partner

Managing Partner with over 20 years in investment banking and finance, having consulted 50+ projects in traditional and crypto industries and managed a family office. General Manager of XT.com Exchange for MENA & CIS. Holds a Master's in Theoretical Mathematics and an MBA.

Ricky· Managing Partner

Managing Partner specializing in strategic partnerships, crypto exchange listings (CoinMarketCap, CoinGecko) and relationships with major exchanges. Previously Regional Director of Business Development at ZMQuant and a client manager at Chong Hing Bank.

Sebastian Davies· Managing Partner

Managing Partner with experience in research and institutional sales, currently VP of Research at Aquanow and Market Strategist at AQN Digital, previously at CIBC Capital Markets and Rayne Capital Management. Holds a BA in Economics and French from the University of Calgary.

Angel Versetti· Advisor

Advisor and crypto/blockchain entrepreneur, CEO at PrivateAI and Head of Whales at Syscoin, named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Global. Holds an MSc from Oxford and a BA from Cambridge.

Anthony Mutuc· Advisor

Advisor and Strategic Partnerships Manager at Coinstore, focused on project management for Web3 protocols and Web3 gaming clients.

David Jin· Board Member

Board member with a background in FICC sales and marketing at JPMorgan Chase Bank in Seoul and as principal portfolio manager at Yozma Group Asia. Holds a Bachelor of Economics from Seoul National University and a Digital Finance MBA from KAIST.

Himanshu Raj· Advisor

Advisor and founder of Chainly Studio, specializing in listing, marketing, incubation and fundraising for blockchain startups.

Kelly Lee· Advisor

Advisor and CEO of MEFLEX since January 2023, with experience in online luxury commerce, DeFi advocacy and NFT initiatives.

Man Fuoco-Fey· Advisor

Advisor and strategic leader in blockchain startups, currently at Outlier Ventures' Basecamp Accelerator, previously co-founder at BrincX and product manager at Krust Universe.

Frequently asked questions

What stage does SNOVA Capital invest at?
SNOVA Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C stages.
What sectors does SNOVA Capital focus on?
SNOVA Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Crypto & Web3, Energy, Fintech, Gaming, Marketing Tech.
Where is SNOVA Capital located?
SNOVA Capital is headquartered in Sharjah, AE.

Media · Podcasts & interviews

from their channel

Navigating the Future of Web3 with SNOVA Capital | Live AMA | Snova Insights

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Beyond the Horizon: Unveiling the Vision of SNOVA Capital

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