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Taiv
YC W20Winnipeg, CA · Founded 2018 · 40 employees · Hiring · 22 known investors
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Taiv makes AI-powered software that automates business TVs in venues like bars and restaurants, automatically switching between cable, streaming channels, digital signage, and trivia. Its AI analyzes live video feeds to swap content during commercial breaks or show changes, and it monetizes through ads shared with venues.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W20)
Taiv was founded in 2018 by Jordan Davis, Noah Palansky, and Avi Stoller.
Investors · 22
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$26M disclosed across 2 of 3 rounds · 2025–2026
- $13MraisedFeb 2026 · 3 sources
IDC Ventures (lead), Emerging Capital, Garage Capital, Women's Equity Lab Manitoba, Y Combinator
Source ↗ - $13MSeries A extensionFeb 2026
IDC Ventures (lead), Y Combinator
Source ↗ - Undisclosed amountSeries AJun 2025
IDC Ventures (lead), Aperiam, Emerging Ventures, FJ Labs, Gaingels, Garage Capital, Mu Ventures, Pioneer Fund, RBCx, Y Combinator
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Taiv do?
- Taiv makes AI-powered software that automates business TVs in venues like bars and restaurants, automatically switching between cable, streaming channels, digital signage, and trivia. Its AI analyzes live video feeds to swap content during commercial breaks or show changes, and it monetizes through ads shared with venues.
- Who founded Taiv?
- Taiv was founded by Jordan Davis, Noah Palansky, Avi Stoller in 2018.
- Who are Taiv's investors?
- Taiv's investors include Y Combinator, Cathexis Ventures, Eight Capital, FJ Labs, Gaingels, Golden Opportunities Fund, ICOA UG, Mu Ventures and 12 more.
- How much funding has Taiv raised?
- Taiv has disclosed $26M raised across 2 of its 3 known rounds.
- Where is Taiv headquartered?
- Taiv is headquartered in Winnipeg, CA.