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Paper Instruments

YC X25

San Francisco, US · Founded 2025 · 3 employees · 1 known investors

Paper Instruments develops frontier models and tooling designed for knowledge work, including agent-first office documentation libraries and models tailored for professional services and white-collar work.

Also known as The LLM Data Company

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X25)

Paper Instruments was founded in 2025 by Daanish Khazi, Gavin Bains, and Joseph Besgen.

DKDaanish Khazi
Daanish Khaziin𝕏Co-Founder, CEODaanish Khazi is co-founder of Paper Instruments, which develops frontier models and tooling designed for knowledge work, including agent-first office documentation libraries and models tailored for professional services.
GBGavin Bains
Gavin Bainsin𝕏Co-FounderGavin Bains is co-founder of Paper Instruments, which develops AI models and tools designed for knowledge work in professional services and white-collar environments.
JBJoseph Besgen
Joseph BesgeninCo-FounderJoseph Besgen is co-founder of Paper Instruments, which develops AI models and tools for knowledge work in professional services and white-collar domains.

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What does Paper Instruments do?
Paper Instruments develops frontier models and tooling designed for knowledge work, including agent-first office documentation libraries and models tailored for professional services and white-collar work.
Who founded Paper Instruments?
Paper Instruments was founded by Daanish Khazi, Gavin Bains, Joseph Besgen in 2025.
Who are Paper Instruments's investors?
Paper Instruments's investors include Y Combinator.
Where is Paper Instruments headquartered?
Paper Instruments is headquartered in San Francisco, US.