Lightshift
ABOUT LIGHTSHIFT
Lightshift is a Lisbon venture capital firm founded in 2021 that invests at the pre-seed and seed stages in Web3, crypto, and blockchain infrastructure. It runs a fund of around $30M, writing tickets of $250K to $2M and working hands-on with protocol and tooling teams. Lightshift's backers include Gavin Wood, Marc Andreessen, and Digital Currency Group, giving the firm ties to prominent figures across the blockchain and venture worlds. Its portfolio includes AminoChain, Gyld, Xweave, and Haven Digital Partners. Lightshift is led by Co-Founder and CEO Simão Cruz and Founding Partner Roberto Machado. By concentrating specifically on early-stage blockchain and crypto infrastructure, Lightshift focuses on the technical layer of Web3, supporting founders building protocols and developer tooling from their earliest funding rounds.
INVESTMENT THESIS
Early-stage blockchain and crypto infrastructure. Hands-on with protocol and tooling teams.
INVESTMENT DETAILS
TEAM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What stage does Lightshift invest at?
Lightshift invests at Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
What is Lightshift's typical ticket size?
Lightshift typically writes cheques of $250K–$2M.
What sectors does Lightshift invest in?
Lightshift focuses on Web3 / Crypto.
Where is Lightshift based?
Lightshift is a VC based in Lisbon, Portugal, founded in 2021.
Who are the partners at Lightshift?
Key people at Lightshift include Simão Cruz (Co-Founder & CEO), Roberto Machado (Founding Partner).
What companies has Lightshift invested in?
Lightshift's portfolio includes AminoChain, Gyld, Xweave, Haven Digital Partners.
How much does Lightshift manage?
Lightshift manages $30M in assets / fund commitments.
How do I contact or pitch Lightshift?
You can reach Lightshift via their website (lightshift.xyz). You can also submit your startup through Portugal VC's pitch tool to be forwarded to matching investors.