Banter Capital is an early-stage venture capital fund based in San Francisco. The firm focuses on backing ambitious founders with unusual, surprising, and curious qualities. Banter Capital typically invests in pre-seed and initial coin offering rounds, demonstrating an interest in both traditional startups and blockchain-related projects.

Notable portfolio companies include Splinterlands, a blockchain-based gaming platform, and Stell, an engineering company. The firm's investment philosophy emphasizes direct and earnest communication, as reflected in their definition of "banter." Banter Capital maintains a presence across multiple U.S. cities, including New York, Miami, and Los Angeles, in addition to its San Francisco base.