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Percival

DefunctYC X25

San Francisco, US · Founded 2025 · 3 employees · 7 known investors

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Percival develops an AI assistant that helps researchers process and interpret real-world datasets for analytical purposes.

Also known as Percival Technologies Inc. · Percival Technologies

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareArtificial IntelligenceData ScienceUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X25)

Percival was founded in 2025 by Kevin Bi and David Zhu.

KBKevin Bi
Kevin BiCo-Founder2025–2026Kevin Bi is the founder of Percival Technologies, which develops AI tools for researchers to process and analyze real-world datasets.
DZDavid Zhu
David ZhuCo-FounderDavid Zhu is founder of Percival, which provides AI-assisted tools for data processing and interpretation.

Investors · 7

468 CapitalreportedBerlin

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Agrolimen Venturesreported

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Amino CapitalreportedPalo Alto · $100K – $10M

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Andreessen HorowitzreportedMenlo Park · $500K – $50M

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Forward Deployed VCreported

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SurgePoint AngelreportedNew York

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Frequently asked questions

What does Percival do?
Percival develops an AI assistant that helps researchers process and interpret real-world datasets for analytical purposes.
Who founded Percival?
Percival was founded by Kevin Bi, David Zhu in 2025.
Who are Percival's investors?
Percival's investors include Y Combinator, 468 Capital, Agrolimen Ventures, Amino Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Forward Deployed VC, SurgePoint Angel.
Where is Percival headquartered?
Percival is headquartered in San Francisco, US.