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Squid

YC W26

London, GB · Founded 2026 · 3 employees · 3 known investors

Squid provides AI-powered software for planning and operating electricity grids, helping network teams make better decisions through a unified network model. The platform targets utility operators and grid planners who need modern planning tools.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningEnergySaaSUnited KingdomEurope

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W26)

Squid was founded in 2026 by Conor Jones and George Kolokotronis.

CJConor Jones
Conor JonesinCEO & Co-founderHe previously worked at Octopus Energy, Boston Consulting Group, and National Grid.
GKGeorge Kolokotronis
George KolokotronisinCo-Founder / CTOPreviously, he held a Head of Tech role at Octopus Energy and worked at AWS, and he studied at Cambridge. He has founded multiple companies in the energy and clean technology sector.

Investors · 3

Y Combinator✓ verifiedSan Francisco · $500K
33EastNicosia · $100K – $1M
RipplereportedSan Francisco

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In the news

Here are the new investors in Squid Loyalty as its total funding hits €10m | Business Postbusinesspost.ie · Jun 2026Squid Raises $6 Million in Funding Round With Ripple Participationen.bloomingbit.io · May 2026Squid Raises $6M in Fundingfinsmes.com · May 2026Squid Raises $6M in Strategic Funding With Ripple Backing Cross-Chain Platformcryptonews.net · May 2026Squid Raises $6M to Expand Consumer Product Offering on Cross-Chain Infrastructureprnewswire.com · May 2026National Grid DSO partners with Squid to improve accessibility of electricity network data - theenergyst.comtheenergyst.com · Mar 2026National Grid launches new interactive flexibility portal (Powered by Squid 🦑) - Utility Weekutilityweek.co.uk · Feb 2026National Grid DSO launch new interactive FlexPortal (Powered by Squid 🦑) - theenergyst.comtheenergyst.com · Feb 2026

Frequently asked questions

What does Squid do?
Squid provides AI-powered software for planning and operating electricity grids, helping network teams make better decisions through a unified network model. The platform targets utility operators and grid planners who need modern planning tools.
Who founded Squid?
Squid was founded by Conor Jones, George Kolokotronis in 2026.
Who are Squid's investors?
Squid's investors include Y Combinator, 33East, Ripple.
Where is Squid headquartered?
Squid is headquartered in London, GB.