Scalar Capital

Profile

Scalar Capital is a crypto-focused investment firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017 by Linda Xie and Jordan Clifford, both former Coinbase employees. The firm operates with a small team of 5 people, focusing on privacy and censorship-resistant protocols. Scalar Capital distinguishes itself by producing technical content, hosting cryptography conferences, and providing hands-on DAO governance support.

The firm invests primarily in the Web3 and crypto sectors, with typical check sizes ranging from $100K to $5M. Scalar Capital targets early-stage investments, specifically Seed and Series A rounds, within the United States. The firm does not lead investment rounds but collaborates with other investors to support its portfolio companies.

Notable investments by Scalar Capital include Stack - a crypto trading platform, and several other undisclosed companies. The firm is recognized for its deep expertise in the crypto space and its commitment to advancing privacy-focused technologies.