Not Boring Capital
Venture capitalNew York · Pre-Seed–Series A · 2 people tracked
Also known as NOT BORING CAPITAL, LLC
Investment thesis
Solo GP centered on a newsletter-driven media flywheel investing broadly with minimal ownership and no board seats, amplifying founders via Sponsored Deep Dives that generate revenue and storytelling.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 4 of 4 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×2Enterprise Software ×2Fintech ×2SaaS ×2Crypto & Web3 ×1Developer Tools ×1Sales Tech ×1Social ×1
HQs:United States×2Zambia×1
Investments · 4 tracked
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Standard Metrics provides portfolio management and analysis software for investors, enabling automated data collection, centralized storage, and AI-powered insights across venture-backed companies.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS
John Melas-Kyriazi(Founder)in
XMTP is an open-source, decentralized messaging protocol that enables secure communication and payments between people and agents without intermediary control.
Crypto & Web3Developer ToolsSocialWilmington, US
Matthew P. Galligan(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Shane McSimov(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Not Boring Capital invest at?
- Not Boring Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Not Boring Capital's typical check size?
- Not Boring Capital typically writes checks of $100K – $2M.
- What sectors does Not Boring Capital focus on?
- Not Boring Capital focuses on Crypto & Web3.
- Where is Not Boring Capital located?
- Not Boring Capital is headquartered in New York, US.
- Does Not Boring Capital lead rounds?
- Not Boring Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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