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Naval RavikantNaval Ravikant

Naval Ravikant

Co-founder and Chairman / AngelList

Naval Ravikant is an Indian-born American entrepreneur, investor, and philosopher, best known as the co-founder and chairman of AngelList, a platform for startups and investors. He is a prolific angel investor with over 100 investments in major companies like Uber, Twitter, and Yammer. Ravikant is also widely recognized for his philosophical insights on wealth, happiness, and life, which he shares through his popular podcast and social media.

United States
TwitterTwitter1.9M
YouTubeYouTube968.0K
InstagramInstagram823.0K
EntrepreneurshipVenture CapitalPhilosophy
2.9M
Twitter Followers
968K
YouTube Subscribers
100+
Companies Invested
Co-founder & Chairman
AngelList Role
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Core Expertise & Philosophy

A seasoned entrepreneur and investor known for his influential philosophical perspectives on wealth creation, happiness, and technology adoption.

Venture Capital & Investing
Angel Investor (>200 Investments)Early-Stage Capital FormationPortfolio StrategyStartup Mentorship
Entrepreneurship & Technology
Fintech Platforms (AngelList)Consumer Internet (Epinions)Decentralized Finance (MetaStable)Product Reviews & UGC

Work Experience

MetaStable CapitalMetaStable Capital
MetaStable Capital

Co-founder and Investor

2014 - Present
Leading Cryptocurrency Fund
Co-founded one of the earliest and most respected cryptocurrency hedge funds, focusing on long-term investment in foundational blockchain protocols and digital assets.
Strategic Digital Asset Allocation
Developed proprietary investment models for allocating capital across the nascent decentralized finance ecosystem, mitigating risk while maximizing exposure to high-growth assets.
Market Education and Advocacy
Provided thought leadership and guidance to institutional investors regarding the disruptive potential and market mechanics of decentralized technologies and Web3 applications.
AngelListAngelList
AngelList

Co-founder and Chairman

2010 - Present
Democratized Startup Investment
Co-founded the leading platform for connecting startups with angel investors, fundamentally changing the landscape of early-stage venture funding and capital allocation globally.
Strategic Leadership
Provided executive leadership as CEO before transitioning to Chairman, focusing on long-term vision, regulatory strategy, and international expansion of the platform's services.
Ecosystem Growth
Oversaw the expansion of AngelList's offerings, including AngelList Syndicates and Venture Funds, enabling founders and investors to streamline the fundraising process.
Vast.comVast.com
Vast.com

Co-founder

2005 - 2010
Data Aggregation Platform
Developed a search engine that specialized in aggregating classified listings and structured data for high-value purchases, particularly used cars and real estate.
Scaling and Monetization
Managed the scaling of the data pipeline and established successful monetization strategies through partnerships with major online marketplaces and publishers.
Market Positioning
Positioned the platform as a trusted, transparent resource for consumers navigating complex, high-friction transaction markets.
E
Epinions

Co-founder

1999 - 2003
Pioneered Product Review Platform
Co-founded one of the earliest and most successful consumer product review websites, establishing a model for trusted, high-quality user-generated content and social commerce.
Secured Early Funding
Helped the company secure significant venture funding during the volatile dot-com bubble, demonstrating strong vision and investor confidence in the nascent technology.
Strategic Exit
Contributed to the company's successful acquisition by Shopping.com, which provided valuable experience in navigating strategic M&A processes.

Career Metrics

Companies Co-founded

5+ (Including AngelList, Epinions, Vast.com, MetaStable)

Angel Investments

228+ Companies (Uber, Twitter, Notion, etc.)

Bestselling Publication

The Almanack of Naval Ravikant

Estimated Returns

Reported $65M+ from Uber, Twitter, and Notion alone

Recent Posts

Great Engineers are Also Artists.Great Engineers are Also Artists.
Great Engineers are Also Artists.

“I characterize art as something that is done for its own sake, and done well, and often creates a sense of beauty or some strong emotion. And a lot of engineers are introverts. As an aside, I hate

2025-12-06
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Geniuses OnlyGeniuses Only
Geniuses Only

Nivi: To me, the missing ingredient in most people’s recruiting is intolerance. You should really just treat every employee in the company, including yourself, as an enemy agent that’s trying to destr

2025-12-06
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It's impossible to fool Mother Nature.

New episodes at nav.al/subscribeIt's impossible to fool Mother Nature.

New episodes at nav.al/subscribe
It's impossible to fool Mother Nature. New episodes at nav.al/subscribe

It's impossible to fool Mother Nature. New episodes at nav.al/subscribe

2025-11-25
8.4K likes
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Instagram PostInstagram Post
Instagram Post

2025-11-25
2.6K likes
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Do we have free will?Do we have free will?
Do we have free will?

Do we have free will?

2025-11-12
30.0K
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How to make better decisionsHow to make better decisions
How to make better decisions

How to make better decisions

2025-11-11
80.2K
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What have you changed your mind about recently?What have you changed your mind about recently?
What have you changed your mind about recently?

What have you changed your mind about recently?

2025-11-10
21.2K
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How to earn your status as a manHow to earn your status as a man
How to earn your status as a man

How to earn your status as a man

2025-11-09
46.8K
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Curate PeopleCurate People
Curate People

The Best Only Want to Work With the Best 0:00 You'll Never Be Able to Hire Anybody Better Than You 3:49 Break Every Rule to Get the Best People 6:45 It Just Takes a Small Group of People to Create

2025-11-08
47.2K
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Platform Overview

Twitter Followers

1.9M

YouTube Subscribers

968.0K

Instagram Followers

823.0K

Primary Role

Angel Investor

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