Former Epic, Riot Exec Mike Seavers Joins Yuga Labs

Yuga Labs, a prominent Web3 and NFT company, has appointed Mike Seavers as its new chief technology officer, effective May 22, 2023. Seavers succeeds Kerem Atalay, who will transition into a strategic advisory role within the organization. This leadership change marks a significant addition to the company’s executive team, bringing in a veteran with extensive experience in large-scale game development and infrastructure.

Seavers joins Yuga Labs following a distinguished career at major industry players. He most recently served as the executive vice president of development at Epic Games, where he contributed to the growth of Unreal Engine, Fortnite, and the Epic Games Store. Prior to his tenure at Epic, he held the position of chief technology officer at Riot Games, overseeing technical operations for major titles such as League of Legends, Valorant, and Legends of Runeterra.

The appointment occurs as Yuga Labs continues to expand its footprint in the digital asset space. The company, which is recognized for its high-profile NFT and Web3 properties including Bored Ape Yacht Club, CryptoPunks, and Otherside, previously secured $450 million in seed funding at a $4 billion valuation. By recruiting an executive with a background in managing massive, globally recognized gaming ecosystems, Yuga Labs signals a strategic focus on scaling its technical capabilities and infrastructure to support its ongoing development in the Web3 sector.