Minicor
YC X26San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · 7 employees · Hiring · 1 known investors
Minicor provides a platform for building and running desktop automations using computer use agents that can reliably interact with legacy applications lacking APIs. The service targets AI companies and enterprises in healthcare, automotive, logistics, and financial services that need to read and write data to systems of record.
Also known as Laminar
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X26)
Minicor was founded in 2024 by Faizaan Chishtie and Saheed Akinbile.
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Faizaan Chishtiein𝕏CEO & Co-FounderHe previously founded a furniture rental company and worked as an early engineer at multiple YC-backed companies focused on systems integration.
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Saheed Akinbilein𝕏CTO & Co-FounderSaheed Akinbile has experience in infrastructure, robotic process automation, and browser automation, including work with QuickBooks, Sage, and Citrix systems. He is currently building Minicor, an agentic desktop and browser automation platform.
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Competitors · 5
by search overlapLaminar4 shared keywordsLaminar develops spectral sensors and agentic AI software to optimize production line operations for food and beverage manufacturers. The platform uses digital twins and real-time data analysis to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and automate optimization tasks like cleaning processes.
Laminarhealth4 shared keywordsLaminar, founded in 2024, is an early-stage digital health company focused on making digital health tools more accessible. The company references sensing and communications capabilities for assessing well-being, but has not yet disclosed a specific product.
Gevernova3 shared keywordsGE Vernova generates, transfers, and stores electricity through gas turbines, wind turbines, and grid modernization technologies. The company serves global customers and holds approximately 25% of the world's installed electrical generation capacity through its customer base.
Capricor3 shared keywordsCapricor Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing allogeneic cardiosphere-derived cell (CDC) and exosome-based therapeutics to treat serious diseases including Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The company uses cell and exosome biology platforms to create novel therapeutic medicines for patient treatment.
envelio3 shared keywordsenvelio is a clean-tech software company that develops the Intelligent Grid Platform, software for distribution system operators and grid customers to manage power grids and integrate renewable energy sources and EV charging stations. Founded as a spin-off of RWTH Aachen, it serves grid operators internationally.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Minicor do?
- Minicor provides a platform for building and running desktop automations using computer use agents that can reliably interact with legacy applications lacking APIs. The service targets AI companies and enterprises in healthcare, automotive, logistics, and financial services that need to read and write data to systems of record.
- Who founded Minicor?
- Minicor was founded by Faizaan Chishtie, Saheed Akinbile in 2024.
- Who are Minicor's investors?
- Minicor's investors include Y Combinator.
- Where is Minicor headquartered?
- Minicor is headquartered in San Francisco, US.

