
Cypher Capital
Description
Cypher Capital LLC is an early-stage venture capital firm and consultancy strategically located in Santa Monica, California. Established in 2021, the firm positions itself as a key partner for nascent technology companies, offering both crucial capital and strategic guidance. Its dual role as an investor and a consultant underscores a commitment to not only fund promising ventures but also actively contribute to their growth and market penetration.
The firm primarily targets disruptive technology companies, focusing its investment activities on Seed and Series A funding rounds. This early-stage focus allows Cypher Capital to engage with startups at a critical juncture, helping them navigate initial challenges and establish a strong foundation. Their investment thesis is broad yet targeted, encompassing high-growth sectors such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Fintech, and Blockchain. This diversified yet specialized approach reflects an understanding of emerging technological trends and their potential for significant market impact.
Cypher Capital typically deploys first checks ranging from $100,000 to $500,000, indicating a preference for significant, yet appropriately sized, initial investments that can catalyze early development. Beyond financial contributions, the firm emphasizes its advisory services, aiming to provide strategic support that extends beyond mere capital infusion. This includes guidance on scaling operations, market strategy, and business development, leveraging their expertise to help portfolio companies achieve sustainable growth and realize their full potential in competitive technology landscapes.
Investor Profile
Cypher Capital has backed more than 23 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 9% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, India.
- Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, FinTech.
- Typical check size: $100K – $500K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (57%)
- Series Unknown (17%)
- Pre Seed (9%)
- Initial Coin Offering (9%)
- Corporate Round (4%)
- Series A (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (35%)
- Singapore (13%)
- India (9%)
- The Netherlands (4%)
- Cayman Islands (4%)
- Switzerland (4%)
- Hong Kong (4%)
- Nigeria (4%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
Industry Focus
- Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency
- Fintech
- Internet
- Software
- Bitcoin
- Information Technology
- Financial Services
- Finance
- Mobile Apps
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