Sfermion

Sfermion is a Chicago-based venture capital firm that focuses on the growing NFT and metaverse ecosystem. Founded in 2019 by Andrew Steinwold, Sfermion is dedicated to accelerating the emergence of an open metaverse by investing in companies, platforms, and technologies within the NFT space. The firm employs a multi-strategy approach, which includes investments in early-stage venture equity, tokens, and direct NFTs, making it a pioneer in this evolving sector. Sfermion has built an impressive portfolio with over 145 investments across various segments, including NFT platforms like OpenSea and SuperRare, gaming ventures like Yield Guild Games and Nifty Island, and metaverse infrastructure companies such as Everyrealm and Immutable X. The firm has successfully raised $100 million to further expand its reach, counting major backers like Andreessen Horowitz and the Winklevoss twins among its investors. Sfermion aims to be a key player in shaping the digital future by supporting creators and entrepreneurs who are building the foundational layers of the immersive internet. The firm is particularly focused on decentralization and user empowerment within the metaverse, believing that NFTs are critical to unlocking digital ownership and new forms of value creation.