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Polymath

YC W26

San Francisco, US · Founded 2026 · 6 employees · Hiring · 11 known investors

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Polymath builds simulation environments for training AI agents to perform autonomous tasks over extended periods with minimal human supervision. The company works with leading AI model labs to advance the reliability and capabilities of autonomous AI systems.

Also known as Polymath AI Labs, Inc. · Palette AI

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W26)

Polymath was founded in 2026 by Dylan Ma and Naren Yenuganti.

DMDylan Ma
Dylan MaCo-Founder / CEOHe previously held roles at Hume AI and Amazon Web Services, and is a graduate of UC Berkeley.
NYNaren Yenuganti
Naren YenugantiCo-FounderHe previously worked as an engineer at Plaid and Amazon, and studied at UC Berkeley.
CS
Christian SilverFounder
SS
Sophie SilverFounder

Investors · 11

Blackbird Ventureslisted by Blackbird VenturesSydney · $149K – $60M

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Cervinlisted by CervinPalo Alto · $250K – $6M

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SurgePoint Angellisted by SurgePoint AngelNew York

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Base10 PartnersreportedSan Francisco · $100K – $5M

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Berkeley FrontierreportedBerkeley

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CadenzareportedNew York

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Founders FuturereportedParis

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N+1 CapitalreportedGurugram

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SAV (Scale Asia Ventures)reportedPalo Alto

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WefunderreportedSan Francisco

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Related companies · 2

Polymath RoboticsPolymath develops core autonomy software for off-highway robots, providing modular planning, safety, and infrastructure tools to help robotics programs accelerate development and deployment. The platform serves original equipment manufacturers, fleet operators, and government programs.
Photomath (Exit)Photomath is a mobile app that provides step-by-step math tutoring and explanations to help students understand math concepts. It serves learners, parents, and teachers globally in the education sector.

Companies working in the same space as Polymath.

Legal entities · 1

corporate structure
Polymath AI Labs, Inc.

In the news

Polymath: Applied Intuition for AI agentsycombinator.com · Feb 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What does Polymath do?
Polymath builds simulation environments for training AI agents to perform autonomous tasks over extended periods with minimal human supervision. The company works with leading AI model labs to advance the reliability and capabilities of autonomous AI systems.
Who founded Polymath?
Polymath was founded by Dylan Ma, Naren Yenuganti in 2026.
Who are Polymath's investors?
Polymath's investors include Y Combinator, Blackbird Ventures, Cervin, SurgePoint Angel, Base10 Partners, Berkeley Frontier, Cadenza, Founders Future and 3 more.
Where is Polymath headquartered?
Polymath is headquartered in San Francisco, US.