Daniel Silva, Angel Investor

Daniel Ribeiro Silva is Senior Director of Machine Learning at Nubank, where he leads AI initiatives following the acquisition of Hyperplane, the fintech AI startup he co-founded. His earlier career includes roles at Google, Apple, and X (the Moonshot Factory), where he worked on large-scale ML systems, NLP, and robotics for agriculture. His career reflects a focus on applying advanced machine learning to real-world problems in finance, sustainability, and consumer technology. From building foundation models for financial institutions at Hyperplane to driving AI adoption at Nubank, Silva has consistently worked on impactful, scalable innovation. As an angel investor, Daniel has backed startups in AI and applied technology. His recent investments in Solomon and Anyone AI highlight his interest in companies building intelligent platforms that expand access to AI and deliver practical solutions across industries.