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Percival

DefunctYC X25

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

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

Also known as 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 BiinCo-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 ZhuinCo-FounderDavid Zhu is founder of Percival, which provides AI-assisted tools for data processing and interpretation.

Investors · 1

Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

Competitors · 1

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In the news

Don Percival | RBC Wealth Management United Kingdomrbcwealthmanagement.com · Nov 2024Why Percival is foregoing VC money in favor of crowdfunding - Glossyglossy.co · Feb 2024Colin Percival praises Netflix’s support for FreeBSDtwitter.com · Sep 2023

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.
Where is Percival headquartered?
Percival is headquartered in San Francisco, US.