Micro1
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micro1 operates a data lab that produces expert human data, reinforcement-learning training environments, and contextual evaluations to train frontier AI models and assess AI agents. Its products include RL environments (Realm), an evaluation platform for agents in production (Cortex), and real-world robotics data for embodied systems.
Founders & leadership
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Ali Ansariin𝕏Founder and CEOBefore starting micro1 in 2022, he founded and led peerlinc from 2018 to 2022. He also worked on AI research at Stanford University from 2024 to 2025.
Investors · 10
01 AdvisorsSan Francisco · $1M – $10M
Activant CapitalNew York · $100K – $50M
Coho DeeptechSan Francisco
Companyon VenturesBoston · $2M – $10M
Conversion CapitalSan Francisco · $500K – $5M
Cosmic Venture PartnersAustin · $100K – $5Mvia Brian McNamara · inferred
Hyperguap
Motley Fool VenturesAlexandria · $1M – $2M
Nexus BayTelegraph Bay
Seaplane VenturesAustinvia Joe Magyer · inferred
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$35M disclosed across 1 round · 2025
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2 people who came through Micro1 went on to found or lead other companies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Micro1 do?
- micro1 operates a data lab that produces expert human data, reinforcement-learning training environments, and contextual evaluations to train frontier AI models and assess AI agents. Its products include RL environments (Realm), an evaluation platform for agents in production (Cortex), and real-world robotics data for embodied systems.
- Who founded Micro1?
- Micro1 was founded by Ali Ansari.
- Who are Micro1's investors?
- Micro1's investors include 01 Advisors, Activant Capital, Coho Deeptech, Companyon Ventures, Conversion Capital, Cosmic Venture Partners, Hyperguap, Motley Fool Ventures and 2 more.
- How much funding has Micro1 raised?
- Micro1 has disclosed $35M raised across 1 round.