Shima Capital is a global venture firm founded in 2021 by Yida Gao, focusing on early-stage blockchain companies across all market cycles. The firm launched its inaugural fund, Shima Capital Fund I, in August 2022, raising $200 million from notable investors including Dragonfly Capital, Animoca Brands, and OKX. , blockchain gaming, the metaverse, decentralized finance (DeFi), and next-generation blockchain technologies such as layer-1 and layer-2 solutions, zero-knowledge proofs, and security.

The firm's team comprises seasoned investors, accomplished operators, and former founders dedicated to supporting innovative teams in building and scaling generational companies.