Binary Capital

What is Binary Capital?

Binary Capital is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments with a primary focus on companies within the consumer and service sectors.

Established in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, their objective is to support entrepreneurs who innovate in consumer products and alternative infrastructure. They aim to identify and back visionary entrepreneurs who have the potential to found industry-defining companies.

Over the years, Binary Capital has notable investments in high-profile technology companies such as Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Toss (Viva Republica), Patreon, SpaceX, and Bitfury, signifying their knack for recognizing groundbreaking enterprises that focus on consumer technology and infrastructure.

The founder of Binary Capital, Jonathan Teo, is a serial entrepreneur with an extensive background in both operational and investment ventures. His experience includes roles at prominent organizations such as Google, Benchmark Capital, General Catalyst, and the Republic of Singapore Air Force.

As a graduate of Stanford University in electrical engineering, Teo is also a patent holder in wireless network security and an early contributor to the open-source movement.

Throughout its operation, Binary Capital has generated returns for investors exceeding $2.3 billion USD and maintains a presence in multiple geographies, notably in San Francisco, Singapore, and London. With a fund investment range from $2,300,000 to $17,000,000, they have established themselves as a significant player in the venture capital landscape, driving innovation and supporting the growth of emerging technology companies.