Accessing the Worlds Next Infrastructure Upgrade Through Blockchain Venture Capital
Ruud is Managing Partner and CIO at Theta Capital Management. Ruud has led Theta’s $750 million of investments into blockchain venture capital across 50+ specialized managers and co-investments since 2018. Under Ruud's stewardship, Theta has secured early, private stage exposure to 80% of successful blockchain projects, leveraging its unique relationships with top VCs.
Ruud joined Theta in 2005, after having worked in interest rate derivatives trading and institutional hedge fund selection. Ruud has led the firm since 2012, positioning it as a leading AIFMD licensed fund manager offering hedge fund and blockchain technology investor solutions.
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Accessing the Worlds Next Infrastructure Upgrade Through Blockchain Venture Capital
Theta is an AIFMD-licensed investment manager founded in 2001 with $1.5bn AuM, backed by some of the world’s most forward-thinking institutions and the founders of leading hedge funds and private equity firms. The firm runs a dedicated blockchain VC strategy with $1.1bn AuM and a proven track record of accessing the defining networks and companies early. Theta is also a recognised thought leader, hosting Europe’s premier blockchain investor event, Legends4Legends, and publishing the industry report "The Satellite View".
