About

Shima Capital is a leading early stage VC firm investing in disruptive blockchain companies. Shima is backed by Dragonfly Capital, Digital Currency Group, Tiger Global, and other strategics (e.g. Huobi, ByBit, Celsius). Yida Gao (Forbes 30 Under 30) heads Shima Capital. Yida formerly worked as a technology investor at NEA, a $25Bn+ AUM VC, and M&A banker at Morgan Stanley.

Shima Capital works closely with its portcos to hire talent, build community, fundraise, and amplify their narratives. Shima also prides itself on its strong position in the VC community in SF, LA, NYC, and abroad (e.g. Korea, China, HK, etc.).