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Blyss

DefunctYC W23

San Francisco, US · Founded 2022 · 2 employees · 4 known investors

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Blyss operates an AI platform that runs machine learning models inside secure enclaves with end-to-end encryption, ensuring user data remains encrypted even during computation. The platform serves developers, enterprises, and organizations seeking to deploy AI features while maintaining strict data confidentiality.

Also known as Spiral

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSecurityPrivacyAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W23)

Blyss was founded in 2022 by Samir Menon and Neil Movva.

SMSamir Menon
Samir MenonCo-Founder2022–2024Samir Menon was an engineer at Yubico and holds BS and MS degrees in computer science from Stanford (2019). He has published research on cryptographic topics.
NMNeil Movva
Neil MovvaCo-Founder2023–2024Neil Movva worked on machine learning infrastructure at Apple and NVIDIA, including the Apple Neural Engine and NVIDIA's cuDNN library. He holds BS and MS degrees in electrical engineering from Stanford (2019).

Investors · 4

GeometryreportedBay Area · $500K – $1M

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Gradient VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $100K – $10M

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Unpopular VenturesreportedMiami · $100K – $500K

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2 people who came through Blyss went on to found or lead other companies.

Samir MenonFounderFounded Sail Research +1Neil MovvaFounderFounded Sail Research

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Blyss Funding | Complete Analysis | Extruct AIextruct.ai · Apr 2023Blyss - the SDK for privacy.ycombinator.com · Feb 2023

Frequently asked questions

What does Blyss do?
Blyss operates an AI platform that runs machine learning models inside secure enclaves with end-to-end encryption, ensuring user data remains encrypted even during computation. The platform serves developers, enterprises, and organizations seeking to deploy AI features while maintaining strict data confidentiality.
Who founded Blyss?
Blyss was founded by Samir Menon, Neil Movva in 2022.
Who are Blyss's investors?
Blyss's investors include Y Combinator, Geometry, Gradient Ventures, Unpopular Ventures.
Where is Blyss headquartered?
Blyss is headquartered in San Francisco, US.