Multicoin Capital Co-Founder Kyle Samani Shifts Focus to AI and Robotics
Kyle Samani, co-founder of Multicoin Capital, is stepping back from his role at the crypto venture firm to explore artificial intelligence and robotics. Although he will no longer be involved full-time in crypto VC, he plans to continue personal investments in crypto, support Multicoin's portfolio companies, and maintain roles within the Solana ecosystem. This transition follows nearly a decade in crypto, during which Multicoin became a prominent firm in the industry. Samani is optimistic about regulatory clarity for crypto, believing it will spur adoption.
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Kyle Samani, co-founder of Multicoin Capital, is stepping back from his daily role to pursue interests in artificial intelligence and robotics. He will continue to support Multicoin's portfolio and make personal crypto investments, particularly in the Solana ecosystem.
Samani co-founded Multicoin in 2017, helping it become a significant player in the crypto venture capital space, managing billions in assets. As of January 15, 2026, Forward Industries, where he remains chairman, pivoted fully to crypto with a $1.65 billion PIPE round. Samani's departure reflects a broader trend connecting crypto with emerging technologies.
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