Visary Capital

Founded in 2018, Visary Capital is a venture capital firm based in Weston, Connecticut. It invests primarily in early-stage technology companies operating within financial technology, data, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, the future of work, and digital industries.

Faizan Khan

Founder and Managing Director

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Azteco

Seed Round in 2023
Azteco operates as a consumer Bitcoin platform that enables users to obtain and transact in Bitcoin through a merchant network and 16-digit voucher codes. The company provides a voucher-based solution that allows merchants to sell Bitcoin to customers and facilitates fast, secure cross-border payments without traditional delays, paperwork, or intermediaries. By simplifying conversion to Bitcoin and enabling instant global payments, Azteco aims to drive broad adoption of cryptocurrency in everyday commerce and enable merchants and consumers to participate in the global Bitcoin-enabled e-commerce ecosystem.

Lit Protocol

Series A in 2022
Lit Protocol is a decentralized access control infrastructure designed to bring more utility to the web by providing secure, token-based access to digital experiences.

Evaluate.xyz

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2021, Evaluate.xyz is a platform based in Cambridge, Massachusetts that enables users to buy, sell, and analyze non-fungible tokens (NFTs). It provides tools for tracking and discovering NFTs, facilitating secure real-time trading with live chat.

Stakes

Seed Round in 2022
Stakes is a New York–based social wagering platform that combines sports betting with NFT elements to make prediction activities more social. The company develops a game prediction and chat application that enables users to predict outcomes of real-time sports events, join or create public chat groups, and be rewarded for accurate forecasts. The platform aims to transform casual betting into a social experience by providing interactive discussions and incentivized participation, with the goal of allowing participants to engage with sports matches, share insights, and win prizes through correct predictions.

Community Gaming

Series A in 2022
Community Gaming operates an all-in-one esports competition platform offering blockchain-based payments and scalable tournament management tools for players, guilds, organizers, and game developers; its software enables the creation, facilitation, and participation in automated esports tournaments, featuring built-in wallets and automated, no-fee cryptocurrency rewards; the platform supports Earnings for Everyone by decentralizing rewards through web3 technology; since 2020, it has paid more than 20,000 gamers and created 800,000 wallets, while handling over 50,000 monthly matches.

Oorbit

Seed Round in 2022
Oorbit provides a cloud and grid compute platform that enables gaming studios and AI teams to run streaming, rendering, and other high-performance workloads. Its ACIT platform is designed to deliver faster performance at lower cost by leveraging specialized cloud infrastructure for gaming, AI and related applications. The platform integrates with AWS to support autoscaling, cost management, and streamlined deployment, helping developers manage scalable workloads without the complexity of traditional cloud services. Oorbit focuses on making advanced computing accessible for real-time graphics, game streaming and AI model deployment, aiming to simplify access to high-performance compute and reduce expenses.

Rarify

Series A in 2022
Rarify is currently working on making a service where minting and selling digital assets can become a non-hassle for industries such as music, gaming, applications and entertainment.

OpenNode

Series A in 2022
Founded in 2018, OpenNode operates a bitcoin payment processing platform that enables instant settlements, currency exchange, microtransactions, and quick invoices. It offers shopping cart plugins and direct bank deposits, serving retail, e-commerce, and gaming companies.

Koji

Series B in 2022
Koji operates a Link in Bio platform, enabling creators on popular social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Twitch to engage audiences, connect with supporters, and monetize through hundreds of free apps developed by Koji and its community of independent developers.

Alto Solutions

Series B in 2022
Alto Solutions provides an online platform designed to facilitate self-directed individual retirement accounts (IRAs), enabling users to invest in a variety of alternative assets. The company offers several solutions, including Alto IRA for general investing, Checkbook+ IRA for real estate investments with check-writing control, and Alto CryptoIRA for direct cryptocurrency trading via Coinbase. Additionally, Alto Solutions provides a dashboard for managing clients, accounts, and investments, as well as assistance in determining investment eligibility and identifying financial trust companies for asset custody. The company serves wealth managers, investors, registered investment advisors, real estate owners, and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015, Alto Solutions is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Quidli

Seed Round in 2021
Quidli is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 that develops technological infrastructure to facilitate the exchange of equity for labor. Its platform enables businesses to distribute ownership equity as compensation, connecting companies, workers, freelancers, and investors. By leveraging blockchain technology, Quidli allows companies to split equity and incentivize contributions from individuals, thereby enhancing employee engagement and productivity. The platform also offers job security for workers, enabling them to pursue projects aligned with their interests while providing companies with a tool for recruitment. Overall, Quidli aims to create a more connected and equitable labor market.

Swan Bitcoin

Series A in 2021
Swan Bitcoin provides a platform that enables automatic Bitcoin purchases through savings plans, allowing users to buy weekly, monthly, or with a paycheck starting with small amounts. The service converts dollars into Bitcoin savings and delivers the coins to a wallet or stores them for free with a secure, licensed, and regulated custodian. By automating recurring purchases, the platform supports a simple, long-term approach to wealth preservation and highlights Bitcoin's fixed supply. Users connect a major US bank account and the system handles the rest, making Bitcoin ownership straightforward without requiring active market timing.

Doorvest

Series A in 2021
Doorvest Inc. is a real estate investing platform based in San Francisco, California, that was founded in 2019. The company focuses on assisting busy professionals in identifying, purchasing, and managing rental homes for passive income generation. Its end-to-end platform streamlines the investment process by providing comprehensive tools for users to acquire income-generating properties. Doorvest offers transparency through an investor dashboard that details monthly cash flow, property activities, and essential legal documents, allowing users to effectively track their investments. By facilitating the ownership of rental homes, Doorvest enables individuals to build equity and create a reliable source of income.

Bitwage

Venture Round in 2021
Bitwage is a payroll and payments platform that enables employers, employees, and contractors to send and receive wages using cryptocurrency and traditional currencies. Founded in 2014, the company provides payroll solutions that let workers be paid in a mix of Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, or local currencies, with options for direct bank or wallet deposits. It supports remote work by facilitating international payroll and faster, cheaper cross-border payments for employers and freelancers, integrating with payroll providers and allowing payment in fiat or crypto while maintaining standard payroll functionality.

Alto Solutions

Series A in 2021
Alto Solutions provides an online platform designed to facilitate self-directed individual retirement accounts (IRAs), enabling users to invest in a variety of alternative assets. The company offers several solutions, including Alto IRA for general investing, Checkbook+ IRA for real estate investments with check-writing control, and Alto CryptoIRA for direct cryptocurrency trading via Coinbase. Additionally, Alto Solutions provides a dashboard for managing clients, accounts, and investments, as well as assistance in determining investment eligibility and identifying financial trust companies for asset custody. The company serves wealth managers, investors, registered investment advisors, real estate owners, and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015, Alto Solutions is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Turing

Series B in 2020
Turing.com operates an online platform that connects tech companies with remote software developers for both short- and long-term projects. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company specializes in vetting candidates through comprehensive assessments that evaluate their technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication proficiency. This rigorous selection process allows Turing to provide its clients with access to the top 1% of remote engineers across a variety of skill sets, including full stack, backend, frontend, DevOps, AI/ML, and mobile development. Turing serves a diverse clientele, including startups and Fortune 1000 companies, and has become a popular choice for developers, with over 180,000 professionals across 10,000 cities utilizing the platform to find remote job opportunities. Backed by prominent investors, Turing aims to streamline the hiring process for companies, enabling them to quickly and efficiently acquire Silicon Valley-caliber talent.

Foundation

Angel Round in 2020
Foundation Devices builds the open hardware foundation for Bitcoin and the sovereign Internet. They started Foundation Devices to make beautifully designed, open-source hardware for Bitcoin and the decentralized Internet. To bring great design and UX to hardware wallets, nodes, and more. To empower individuals to securely use and store Bitcoin while maintaining their sovereignty. To help our industry cross the chasm while staying true to its founding ideals. We call this open hardware. And we are excited to bring it to the world!

Turing

Seed Round in 2020
Turing.com operates an online platform that connects tech companies with remote software developers for both short- and long-term projects. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company specializes in vetting candidates through comprehensive assessments that evaluate their technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication proficiency. This rigorous selection process allows Turing to provide its clients with access to the top 1% of remote engineers across a variety of skill sets, including full stack, backend, frontend, DevOps, AI/ML, and mobile development. Turing serves a diverse clientele, including startups and Fortune 1000 companies, and has become a popular choice for developers, with over 180,000 professionals across 10,000 cities utilizing the platform to find remote job opportunities. Backed by prominent investors, Turing aims to streamline the hiring process for companies, enabling them to quickly and efficiently acquire Silicon Valley-caliber talent.

TAGS

Seed Round in 2020
TAGS is an innovative e-commerce platform that facilitates shopping through text at sports events and concerts. The platform allows users to shop by utilizing shoppable hashtags, enabling them to quickly purchase products by sending a text message. TAGS streamlines the shopping experience by providing essential product information, including name, price, image, and inventory, all within a branded interface that enhances customer engagement. This approach empowers businesses to manage their e-commerce capabilities and customer relationships effectively without the complexities of maintaining a traditional website or incurring associated costs for updates and advertising.

Percent

Seed Round in 2020
Percent is a fintech company that operates an API-first platform for the modern credit marketplace. Established in 2018, it empowers investors, borrowers, and underwriters by streamlining private credit transactions, from sourcing to servicing, at reduced costs. To date, Percent has facilitated over $1.2 billion in transaction volume within the multi-trillion-dollar private credit industry.

Turing

Convertible Note in 2020
Turing.com operates an online platform that connects tech companies with remote software developers for both short- and long-term projects. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company specializes in vetting candidates through comprehensive assessments that evaluate their technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication proficiency. This rigorous selection process allows Turing to provide its clients with access to the top 1% of remote engineers across a variety of skill sets, including full stack, backend, frontend, DevOps, AI/ML, and mobile development. Turing serves a diverse clientele, including startups and Fortune 1000 companies, and has become a popular choice for developers, with over 180,000 professionals across 10,000 cities utilizing the platform to find remote job opportunities. Backed by prominent investors, Turing aims to streamline the hiring process for companies, enabling them to quickly and efficiently acquire Silicon Valley-caliber talent.

Unchained Capital

Seed Round in 2020
Unchained Capital is a cryptocurrency financial services company that provides cash loans secured by digital assets and also offers secure custody solutions for bitcoin. Founded in 2016 and based in Austin, Texas, the company enables long-term holders to borrow against their crypto holdings without selling, using multi-signature cold storage to safeguard assets. Its offerings include bitcoin-backed loans, multisignature vaults, and other bitcoin-related financial services designed to help clients maximize liquidity while maintaining control of their keys. By combining secure custody with crypto-backed lending and related services, Unchained Capital supports asset retention and value extraction for cryptocurrency investors.

Fold

Seed Round in 2019
Fold is a bitcoin financial services company offering a consumer platform that enables users to earn bitcoin cashback as they shop with linked credit or debit cards and a bitcoin wallet. The platform supports syncing cards, transferring bitcoin to digital gift cards, and receiving bitcoin cashback instantly. It also provides a crypto and cash management experience that lets users buy, sell, and manage bitcoin and dollars, with rewards of up to 1.5% on eligible purchases; premium members enjoy a no-fee transaction experience. Fold aims to expand access to bitcoin by delivering a suite of consumer financial products that let customers earn, accumulate, and utilize bitcoin in everyday life.

Alto Solutions

Seed Round in 2019
Alto Solutions provides an online platform designed to facilitate self-directed individual retirement accounts (IRAs), enabling users to invest in a variety of alternative assets. The company offers several solutions, including Alto IRA for general investing, Checkbook+ IRA for real estate investments with check-writing control, and Alto CryptoIRA for direct cryptocurrency trading via Coinbase. Additionally, Alto Solutions provides a dashboard for managing clients, accounts, and investments, as well as assistance in determining investment eligibility and identifying financial trust companies for asset custody. The company serves wealth managers, investors, registered investment advisors, real estate owners, and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2015, Alto Solutions is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Staked

Seed Round in 2019
Staked, LLC is a Massachusetts-based company founded in 2018 that provides infrastructure for institutional investors in digital currencies, enabling them to compound their crypto holdings through staking and lending. The firm operates secure and efficient block production nodes for decentralized proof-of-stake protocols, offering features such as service level agreements for block rewards, automatic payouts, and comprehensive reporting. Staked's platform supports multiple proof-of-stake currencies, allowing cryptocurrency holders to earn substantial interest by running staking nodes. Its architecture emphasizes security, scalability, and decentralization, making it a reliable choice for stakeholders looking to optimize their digital asset investments.

Good Money

Series A in 2018
Good Money is a digital banking platform offering traditional banking services while emphasizing customer ownership and social impact. The company aims to create a structure in which customers share in ownership benefits and profits are partly allocated to protecting the environment and advancing social justice. It features a rewards debit card that enables customers to earn stock rewards on purchases and to grow the value of their shares, including through referrals, tying everyday banking to environmental stewardship and community outcomes.

Coinmine

Seed Round in 2018
Coinmine Inc. is a company that specializes in the development of cryptocurrency mining devices. Founded in 2018 and based in Manhattan Beach, California, Coinmine aims to simplify and automate the complex process of cryptocurrency mining for users. Its flagship product, Coinmine One, is an all-in-one mining device that integrates multiple hardware options into a single unit. This innovative device allows users to easily plug it in, access an application, and select the desired crypto network to mine. By streamlining the mining process, Coinmine caters to both novice and experienced users looking to engage in cryptocurrency mining without the complexities typically associated with the hardware and software involved.

NowRx

Series A in 2018
NowRx, Inc. is a technology-enabled pharmacy based in Mountain View, California, that operates in California and Arizona. Founded in 2015, the company offers an on-demand digital pharmacy service that allows users to send prescriptions through a mobile application for convenient same-day delivery. Utilizing proprietary pharmacy software, robotics, artificial intelligence, and an advanced logistics platform, NowRx ensures efficient and timely delivery of medications directly to customers' doorsteps. The company’s pharmacy management system, QuickFill, is uniquely designed for same-day delivery and is certified by Surescripts, connecting it to over 1.5 million physicians nationwide. With DEA-certified micro-fulfillment pharmacies, NowRx has successfully delivered over 200,000 medications to more than 28,000 customers, minimizing the need for individuals to visit traditional pharmacies.

SKALE Labs

Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 2015, SKALE Labs develops a scalable blockchain platform that enables high-speed consensus for decentralized applications (dApps). It empowers dApps to run smart contracts at millions of transactions per second on platforms like Ethereum and EOS. The SKALE Network is a fully decentralized, open-source P2P network supported by the SKALE utility token.

Hedera Hashgraph

Venture Round in 2018
Hedera Hashgraph, LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Richardson, Texas, operates a decentralized public network designed for diverse activities, including transactions, gaming, and social interactions. The company develops a distributed public ledger that facilitates the creation of globally decentralized applications, allowing developers to build secure and efficient applications with high performance. In addition to its network, Hedera Hashgraph provides software solutions that enable the storage and retrieval of historical data from its public ledger, further supporting developers and businesses in leveraging the advantages of decentralized technology.

Codex Protocol

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
Codex Labs, Inc. operates Codex Protocol, a decentralized blockchain platform designed for the title registry in the arts and collectibles ecosystem, which is valued at approximately $2 trillion. The platform enables users to track the provenance and verify the authenticity of diverse items, including art, fine wine, collectible cars, antiques, and jewelry. Codex Protocol is open source, allowing third-party developers to create applications that leverage its title system. Notable applications include Biddable, which facilitates auction processes by addressing issues such as non-performing bidders and privacy concerns, and Sellable, aimed at helping collectors enhance the value of their titles. Established in 2018, Codex Labs is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom.

nCent

Seed Round in 2018
nCent develops a blockchain-based protocol to create incentive networks and incentive markets. The base layer protocol enables organizations to design, run, and scale programs that reward participants for solving hard problems, while tracking provenance with network tokens to support transparent, correct payouts. By aligning incentives with program goals, the company seeks to facilitate scalable, auditable collaboration that fosters robust software development and problem solving.

Augmate

Venture Round in 2018
Augmate Corporation is an enterprise-focused company that specializes in developing a platform for industrial smart eyewear applications tailored for deskless workers. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company offers an IoT and wearable device management platform that enables organizations to create and deploy cloud-based applications for smart eyewear across various industries, including agriculture, automotive, aviation, construction, manufacturing, medical, and pharmaceuticals. Through its InnoVision program, Augmate allows businesses to evaluate and pilot wearable technology in workplace settings, while its secure, blockchain-based platform manages the integration and connectivity of multiple wearable devices. The platform also optimizes information distribution, ensuring a safe and productive work environment, and supports partnerships with leading hardware manufacturers such as Google Glass and Vuzix.

Archblock

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
Archblock is a financial technology company that focuses on bridging institutional capital with decentralized finance (DeFi) through innovative web3-enabled products. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, Archblock operates the TrustToken platform, which facilitates the creation of asset-backed tokens for global trading. The company emphasizes transparency and accessibility in lending by connecting institutional lenders and fund managers to DeFi markets. Its offerings include a modular suite of tools that allows institutions to create and manage stablecoins, tokenize real-world assets, and securely manage portfolios. Archblock's platform ensures compliance with fiduciary responsibilities and provides a legal framework that enforces smart contract terms, thereby enhancing the integrity of financial transactions.

Bolt

Series A in 2018
Founded in 2014, Bolt enhances online shopping by offering a seamless checkout platform. It enables secure, logged-in, one-click purchases for shoppers, benefiting retailers like REVOLVE and Casper who use it to reduce cart abandonment and improve customer experience.

Orchid Labs

Venture Round in 2018
Orchid Labs is an open-source initiative focused on combating internet surveillance and censorship. Founded in 2017 by a team including Dr. Steven Waterhouse and Jay Freeman, the company develops a decentralized nanopayment platform that enhances internet accessibility. Its innovative approach employs an overlay network built on the existing internet, utilizing a peer-to-peer tokenized bandwidth exchange. This technology empowers users to protect their personal data while facilitating secure communication, collaboration, and information access. Overall, Orchid Labs aims to create a more inclusive and liberated online environment for all users.

Ocean Protocol

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
Ocean Protocol is a decentralized data exchange platform founded in 2017 and based in Singapore. The protocol facilitates the sharing and monetization of data through advanced blockchain technology, ensuring that transactions are safe, secure, and transparent. By connecting data providers and consumers, Ocean Protocol creates an accessible marketplace for valuable data. It empowers developers and curators to build innovative data services while maintaining control, transparency, and compliance for all participants, ultimately fostering a collaborative ecosystem for data exchange.

Origin Protocol

Seed Round in 2018
Origin Protocol, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing a blockchain platform for decentralized marketplaces within the global sharing economy. Founded in 2017, Origin offers an open-source protocol that leverages the Ethereum blockchain and the Interplanetary File System (IPFS) to facilitate peer-to-peer transactions. This platform enables the creation and management of listings for fractional use of goods and services, such as car-sharing and home-sharing, while allowing buyers and sellers to discover one another, make bookings, and leave ratings and reviews without the need for traditional intermediaries. By lowering transaction fees and promoting transparent commerce, Origin aims to empower users and foster a more equitable marketplace ecosystem.

Tari Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Tari Labs, LLC is a company based in Oakland, California, that focuses on developing and operating a blockchain protocol tailored for digital assets. Incorporated in 2018, the company aims to empower users to manage, utilize, and transfer various digital assets, including tickets, loyalty points, and virtual goods. Tari Labs provides a mobile payment wallet, Aurora, which facilitates the transfer of digital currency. The company's decentralized platform is designed to create a wide array of business possibilities by allowing customers to quickly and easily generate custom rulesets using a combination of templates, thereby enhancing accessibility to blockchain technology for digital assets.

Hut 8 Corp.

Private Equity Round in 2017
Hut 8 Corp. is a cryptocurrency mining company based in Toronto, Canada, focused on large-scale bitcoin mining operations. The company operates 94 BlockBox AC data centers, with facilities located in Drumheller and Medicine Hat, Alberta. Hut 8 is recognized for its partnership with Bitfury, a prominent player in blockchain technology, which enhances its capabilities in cryptocurrency mining and infrastructure. The company manages a significant capacity of 24.2 megawatts and 165 petahashes per second across its operational and developing sites. In addition to self-mining, Hut 8 provides hosting and managed services, catering to clients looking to integrate cryptocurrency solutions into their operations. Through its expertise, Hut 8 aims to capitalize on opportunities in the blockchain space, offering investors a stake in the evolving landscape of digital currencies and related technologies.

Stacks

Initial Coin Offering in 2017
Stacks is a mobile communications company based in Melbourne, Australia, specializing in branded contact sharing solutions. The company provides business cards designed for iPhone users running iOS 7 and utilizing AirDrop technology. Stacks allows users to organize received business cards into stacks based on various categories such as company, profession, or event. Additionally, any updates made to these cards automatically sync with the user's contacts, ensuring that information remains current and accessible. Through its innovative approach, Stacks enhances the way individuals manage and share their professional connections.

Balance

Equity Crowdfunding in 2017
Balance is a technology company that develops personal finance tools designed to enhance user interaction with the open-source financial system. Its flagship product is a personal finance application for Mac that simplifies the monitoring and management of traditional financial accounts by leveraging an API from Plaid, which facilitates secure connections to numerous financial institutions. Additionally, Balance creates web and mobile applications, offering users the ability to interact with blockchain technologies, including interfaces compatible with popular wallets like MetaMask, Ledger, and Trezor. This approach enables users to manage their financial assets, including ERC-20 tokens, through a user-friendly interface.

Filecoin

Initial Coin Offering in 2017
Filecoin is a decentralized data storage network that leverages blockchain technology, similar to Bitcoin. It operates by renting out unused disk space from participants to store files securely. Users can earn Filecoin tokens for contributing their storage capacity. These tokens can be exchanged for other currencies such as Bitcoin and USD. The company is headquartered in the United States.

0x

Initial Coin Offering in 2017
0x is an open protocol facilitating peer-to-peer token exchange on the Ethereum blockchain.

Accern

Seed Round in 2017
Accern is a New York-based provider of an enterprise no-code natural language processing platform that enables organizations to build industry-specific solutions atop unstructured data. The platform offers models, data, and a chat interface to accelerate time-to-value, automate research and data analysis, and enrich BI dashboards across sectors such as financial services and government. Accern taps billions of rows of public data and pre-built taxonomies to support end-to-end workflows, with a focus on turning unstructured content into actionable insights for analysts, researchers, and decision-makers. The company serves hedge funds, asset managers, banks, and other enterprises, and collaborates with a partner ecosystem including IBM, KPMG, BCG, Dow Jones, Ernst & Young, Cognizant, Dataminr, and Interactive Brokers. Headquartered in New York, Accern has earned industry recognition, including a spot in Gartner's 2023 Hype Cycle for Data Science, Machine Learning, and Emerging Technologies in Banking and a Forbes 30 Under 30 designation.

Grabango

Seed Round in 2017
Grabango develops checkout-free technology for existing brick-and-mortar stores, combining cameras, shelf sensors, and computer vision to identify items as they are picked up, count them, and add purchases to a virtual basket. Shoppers pay with a registered method on their smartphone and leave the store without waiting in line, with a receipt sent to their phone after exit. The system retrofits stores from convenience to large grocers, does not use facial recognition, and keeps data anonymized to protect privacy. Grabango was founded in 2016 and is based in Berkeley, California.
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