Investment Thesis
Applies rigorous economic theory and mechanism design to crypto investing. Focuses on projects where game theory and incentive alignment are core to the value proposition.
What Excites Them
Mechanism design innovation, auction theory applications in crypto, novel incentive structures, projects grounded in sound economic theory.
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How to Pitch
Come with rigorous thinking about your protocol's mechanism design. Matt appreciates formal reasoning about incentive compatibility. Show you understand the game theory underpinning your system.
Notable Writing
Block space is an emerging commodity market with sophisticated trading dynamics.
Game theory and mechanism design are critical for building robust crypto protocols.
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Background
Research partner at Pantera Capital. PhD in economics from Caltech. Previously a researcher studying behavioral economics and game theory. One of the more academically rigorous minds in crypto venture.