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Startup Directory
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Foundation models from first principles -
Fast Diffusion LLMs -
LLM evaluation platform -
Datasets to train AI models -
AI-native CRM -
Mental healthcare -
Software for investment managers -
Super-reliable intelligence -
Livestream shopping platform -
Harvest natural resources from space -
Quality assurance for AI and ML -
Software for retail operations -
Global mobile connectivity through satellites -
Data center boost for AI workflows -
Healthcare data platform -
AI training and scaling -
Prevent online violence and abuse -
Commercial service contractors project management -
Early stage startup sourcing -
Software code documentation -
Equitable healthcare language services -
Real estate capital platform -
Synthtic data for AI training -
AI knowledge domain expertise for financial services -
Government procurement processes -
Restoring healthcare affordability -
Electronic health records integration -
Faster computer processor -
Faster processing in data centers -
Photonics for semiconductor manufacturing -
Collaboration software for work -
HR total rewards software -
AI that adapts to real world -
Database SQL query cache -
Website for business growth -
Payroll platform purpose-built for contingent work -
AI network optimization -
School bus platform -
Satellite analytics -
Workforce onboarding -
Extract documents into spreadsheets -
AI-native service companies -
AI for fashion design -
Engage patients and health providers -
Revenue management for restaurants -
LIDAR on a chip for machine vision -
Mental health tech for under-resourced communities -
Employee risk management -
Automate cash flow for businesses -
AI performance reviews for employees -
Social live-streaming app -
Fan enagement platform -
Data streaming platform -
AI for materials science -
Digital identity platform -
Harness ROI from structured and unstructured data -
Food inspection AI -
Software platform for new hires -
Help factories create and manage a flexible workforce -
Compliance for financial firms -
Derisk AI models from unreliable outputs -
Software data conversion -
Gallium nitride on diamond wafers -
AI-native marketing platform -
Photonics to accelerate AI compute -
AI for professional sports teams -
Platform for AI testing and evaluation -
Improved catheters for traversing arteries -
Pharma digital biomarker -
Digital identity and data -
Coding agents for data -
Cybersecurity for web apps -
AI synthetic customers for marketing -
Lending for digital assets -
Weather and climate prediction -
Product recommendation engine -
Healthy investments and happy homes -
FPGAs for AI applications -
Cybersecurity risk management -
Billing and dispatch software for field services -
Digital avatars for creators -
Help energy developers with their distributed energy resources -
Digital ticketing for live events -
AI for DevOps team productivity -
Data cloud efficiency -
New age asset stewardship technology -
Developer tools for modern backend engineers -
Modern software for local government -
Instant stablecoin deposits and payments -
Protein engineering with AI -
Data management and governance -
High-quality data sets and validation solutions for safer AI -
Background task orchestration and visibility platform -
Shoppable video technology -
Particle analysis of suspended solutions -
Acquirer of Korea manufacturing -
Banking for the next generation -
Residential home monitor -
Healthcare lab reports for patients -
Automated production workflows -
Personalized ecommerce on shopify -
Residential home move software -
Modeling and simulation software built for the cloud -
Shareholder relationship management platform that helps companies discover & connect with their shareholders. -
Ultra-fast DeFi Trading -
High-quality data sets and validation solutions for safer AI -
IoT for tracking assets -
Early cancer detection -
Alt-X YC W26Trading on private markets -
Context for AI agents -
Finance and operations software for small businesses -
AI for manufacturing processes -
Convert sound into data -
Car automotive data infrasctructure -
AI for automated compliance questionnaires -
Urban maps in 3d -
Student loans for skills training -
AI-assisted CX tool built with your knowledge. -
Hotel marketplace: book & sell the best hotel rooms at the busiest times. -
3D-printed industrial robots -
Managed IT for K-12 schools -
Imaging for medical devices -
Software procurement platform -
Software for property owners and tenants -
AI lab for general intelligence -
AI diligence for commercial real estate -
Life sciences data management and analysis -
Personal data privacy online -
Independent, actionable data and insights on the gig economy -
Outsourced customer support -
Employee volunteer platform -
Frictionless 2-factor authentication -
Automate market research with AI -
Automating software testing for every company -
Clothing fabric for sweat and moisture management -
Outsourced customer support -
Planning software for infrastructure projects -
Product catalog data -
AI data layer for GTM -
AI for game development -
Testing and code review workflows -
Knowledge worker productivity -
AI for complex business processes -
Employee engagement and organizational analytics platform -
Vacation rental management -
Patient access and revenue cycle AI -
API security training -
Python to machine code compiler -
Smart contracts in Web3 -
AI for product development workflkow -
Braille learning platform -
Emerging technology consulting -
AI for research and automation -
Production-ready code -
Fashion recommendation -
Data analysis as simple as having a conversation -
NFT platform -
Platform for creativity -
Virtual machine software -
Enterprise software company -
E-Learning platform -
Connect fitness businesses with customers -
Industrial software for productivity -
Mobile products company -
Medical therapies access -
AI for data preparation -
Career programs in tech -
Term Structure Labs SeedWeb3 fixed-income protocol with a customized ZK-rollup solution -
Casual puzzle games
A directory of 169 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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