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Darkgrade

YC F24

Denver, US · Founded 2024 · 1 employees · 10 known investors

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Darkgrade develops a protocol enabling large language models to directly interface with image sensors, allowing cameras to understand visual information.

Also known as Coblocks, Inc. · Coblocks

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareConsumerSocial MediaVideoMediaAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F24)

Darkgrade was founded in 2024 by Kevin Schaich.

KSKevin Schaich
Kevin SchaichCEOKevin Schaich is the founder and CEO of Darkgrade, which develops a protocol enabling large language models to interface directly with image sensors for visual understanding.
NSNisola Shobayo
Nisola ShobayoCTO2024–2025Founder at Kira (Coblocks)

Investors · 10

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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5x5 Collectivereported

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Coughdrop CapitalreportedSeattle · $40K – $100K

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DTX VCreportedDallas

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Forward Deployed VCreported

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Good AI CapitalreportedMenlo Park

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Imagination CapitalreportedNew York · $100K – $150K

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Orange CollectivereportedDanville

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Tango.vcreportedRedwood City · $50K – $250K

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Frequently asked questions

What does Darkgrade do?
Darkgrade develops a protocol enabling large language models to directly interface with image sensors, allowing cameras to understand visual information.
Who founded Darkgrade?
Darkgrade was founded by Kevin Schaich in 2024.
Who are Darkgrade's investors?
Darkgrade's investors include Transpose Platform Management, Y Combinator, 5x5 Collective, Coughdrop Capital, DTX VC, Forward Deployed VC, Good AI Capital, Imagination Capital and 2 more.
Where is Darkgrade headquartered?
Darkgrade is headquartered in Denver, US.