Glade
YC S23San Francisco, US · Founded 2023 · 3 employees · 2 known investors
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Glade develops AI agents and on-device language models for game developers to generate dynamic game environments, characters, and narratives in real time. The company serves game studios seeking to integrate generative AI into their development workflows.
AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareGamingGenerative AIConsumerEntertainmentAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S23)
Glade was founded in 2023 by Daniel Fang.
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Daniel FanginFounderHe previously held roles in banking and finance at Goldman Sachs, Ocean Tomo, and Navan.
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- What does Glade do?
- Glade develops AI agents and on-device language models for game developers to generate dynamic game environments, characters, and narratives in real time. The company serves game studios seeking to integrate generative AI into their development workflows.
- Who founded Glade?
- Glade was founded by Daniel Fang in 2023.
- Who are Glade's investors?
- Glade's investors include Y Combinator, General Catalyst.
- Where is Glade headquartered?
- Glade is headquartered in San Francisco, US.