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Philon
YC F25San Francisco, US · Founded 2025 · 3 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors
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Philon develops open-source robots designed to handle hazardous, repetitive, and unengaging work across general applications.
Also known as Philon AI, Inc. · Philon, Spatial AI · Spatial AI
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F25)
Philon was founded in 2025 by Alexandros Petkos.
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Alexandros PetkosFounderAlexandros Petkos is the founder of Philon, which develops open-source robots for hazardous and repetitive tasks.
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- What does Philon do?
- Philon develops open-source robots designed to handle hazardous, repetitive, and unengaging work across general applications.
- Who founded Philon?
- Philon was founded by Alexandros Petkos in 2025.
- Who are Philon's investors?
- Philon's investors include Pioneer, Y Combinator.
- Where is Philon headquartered?
- Philon is headquartered in San Francisco, US.