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- 2026-08-04 Series B Convex Server backend for software applications article
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Notable Exits
- 2026-08-04 Obsidian Therapeutics IPO · NASDAQ:OBX
- 2026-07-30 Simon AI Acquired by Monetate
- 2026-07-10 Aidora Acquired by Paylocity
- 2026-07-07 Arc Technologies Acquired by Axos Bank
- 2026-06-08 Factorial Energy IPO · NASDAQ:FAC
Startup Directory
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Foundation models from first principles -
Generative AI for insurance underwriting -
B2B sales pipeline AI -
AI for better writing -
Humanoid robots training -
AI consultant for consumer brands -
Change accents in real-time using AI -
Storytelling with AI personalities -
AI for health behavior platform -
AI video editing -
AI platform for building LLM applications connected with your own data -
AI-assisted CX tool built with your knowledge. -
AI real estate agent -
AI for automated account development -
Faster semiconductor chip design -
Venture studio for fully-automated companies -
AI systems for enterprise -
Planning for nonprofits -
Design work -
Production-ready code -
Large semiconductor company
A directory of 21 startups founded by Cornell University alumni, organized by industry, funding stage, and location — each listed with its founders, description, and links. Compiled and updated by Big Red AI.
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