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Scaramucci’s SkyBridge Capital Front Runner in Bid for SVB’s VC Arm

by Dan K
Sep 18, 2023 - 11:30 am
in Blockchain
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SkyBridge Capital in the Limelight

In the latest turn of events surrounding the Silicon Valley Bank’s venture capital unit, SVB Capital, Anthony Scaramucci’s SkyBridge Capital has surfaced as one of the frontrunners in the bidding process. Other major players include Atlas Merchant Capital and San Francisco’s Vector Capital.

SVB Capital’s Prestigious Portfolio

SVB Capital is recognized for backing major venture capital firms in Silicon Valley, including Sequoia and Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). As of the end of last year, it managed $9.5 billion in assets dispersed across 20 funds and 760 companies, including the renowned blockchain analytics service Chainalysis.

The Journey to Selling SVB Capital

The venture capital arm finds itself at the sale stage after being shielded from Silicon Valley Bank’s bankruptcy proceedings, allowing it to continue standard business operations. SVB Financial Group, the bank’s preceding parent company, is orchestrating the sale which could potentially seal at a value between $250 and $500 million. However, experts stress that the sale is subject to final review by the creditor’s committee.

Scaramucci’s SkyBridge Capital’s Standing

SkyBridge Capital, under Scaramucci’s leadership, maintains a strong portfolio with assets amounting to roughly $1.8 billion. A significant portion of these assets, around $580 million, is invested in cryptocurrencies and other digital-related assets, showcasing the firm’s robust stance in the digital frontier.

A Look Back at Silicon Valley Bank’s Decline

Silicon Valley Bank faced regulatory actions leading to its closure earlier this year, a significant blow given its role as a rare provider of banking services to crypto firms in the U.S. This fallout was part of a larger crisis, likened to the severe 2008 banking crisis, affecting other crypto-friendly banks such as Signature Bank and Silvergate Bank.

What Lies Ahead

With the court’s verdict expected in the coming weeks, the financial world is keenly watching. The outcome holds significance, not just for the bidding firms but for the landscape of venture capital investments in Silicon Valley.

A detailed understanding of the sale process and the bidders’ strategies could illuminate the path SVB Capital is set to take in this new chapter, amidst a recovering banking sector and a dynamic investment environment.

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