Verdict Capital

Verdict Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm that positions itself as a "first money" investor, backing founders at the pre-seed and seed stages. Selected follow-on investments are made through Series A. The firm's stated focus areas are artificial intelligence and advanced technology, and it invests in startups and emerging companies.

The firm was founded by Michael Fertik and Niko Bonatsos. Its stated role within a company's financing path is to provide initial capital at the point of formation - before institutional seed rounds are typically available - and to support founders in building the business and developing it thereafter. Beyond that initial check, follow-on participation is selective rather than automatic.

Verdict Capital operates in the United States and is based in San Francisco. The firm's website is verdictcap.com.