Shiyu Z. is the Co-founder of Surf AI, a crypto AI platform. A serial entrepreneur, he previously co-founded the Web3 social network CyberConnect and the decentralized streaming platform DLive, which was acquired by BitTorrent. He holds advanced degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and The Wharton School.
Outside of his tech ventures, Shiyu is a highly accomplished memory athlete, holding the title of International Grandmaster of Memory. He demonstrated this skill by memorizing over 1, 000 random digits in an hour and a full deck of cards in under 90 seconds.
He once held the world record as the youngest person to ever achieve the title of International Grandmaster of Memory.
Shiyu Z.
Co-Founder at Surf AI
Hong Kong SAR
Overview
Topics They Care About
AI in Crypto
As the co-founder of Surf AI, he is actively building an AI-powered command hub to deliver actionable insights from on-chain data and other trusted sources.
Decentralized Networks
Co-founded multiple companies in the Web3 space, including CyberConnect and DLive, and has authored publications on decentralized systems and copyright protection.
Blockchain Technology
His career includes serving as the Blockchain Director for BitTorrent and co-founding several blockchain-based platforms like DLive and Lino Network.
Media Appearances
Shiyu has no verified media appearances
Work History
7-2025
Co-Founder at Surf AI
3-2021
Co-Founder at CyberConnect
4-2021 - 12-2023
Board Member at China Green Agriculture Inc (CGA)
1-2020 - 3-2021
Blockchain Director, Interactive Entertainment at BitTorrent, Inc.
2-2018 - 1-2020
Co-Founder at DLive
Education
2020 - 2021
Master of Business Administration - MBA from The Wharton School
2018 - 2018
Master's degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Location : Hong Kong SAR
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Co-Founder at Surf AI
