Scalar Capital

General contacts
Investor type

VC

Founded

2017

AUM

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Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Series B

Region of investment

North America South America Europe Asia
Investor profile last updated: 18 August, 2026

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.

Industry

Fintech Blockchain/Crypto Web3

Contacts

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Cyrus Younessi Director
Director
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Linda Xie Managing Director
Managing Director
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FAQs about Scalar Capital

Scalar Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series A, Seed and Series B, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Scalar Capital is located in San Francisco, California, United States.
Scalar Capital was founded in 2017.
Scalar Capital invests in companies and startups in Fintech, Blockchain/Crypto, Web3.
Scalar Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, South America, Europe, Asia.
Scalar Capital invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Series B.
Scalar Capital usually invests $1-5 m on average.
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