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Whirlscape

DefunctYC W14

Toronto, CA · Founded 2014 · 3 employees · 3 known investors

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Whirlscape develops Dango, a mobile keyboard application that integrates emoji suggestions using machine learning and natural language processing techniques.

Also known as Minuum

ConsumerSocialDeep LearningCanadaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W14)

Whirlscape was founded in 2014 by Will Walmsley and Severin Smith.

WWWill Walmsley
Will WalmsleyCo-founder/CEO2012–2019Will Walmsley served as Director of Machine Learning at Ro, where he worked on healthcare-focused ML experiences, and co-founded Probably Studio, a machine learning consulting firm specializing in computer vision projects. He previously co-founded Whirlscape, which developed mobile and wearable applications featuring text and emoji prediction algorithms.
SSSeverin Smith
Severin SmithCo-Founder2013–2018Severin Smith served as Director of Hardware Engineering at HeadSpin and is a co-founder of Whirlscape, which develops the Dango mobile keyboard application.
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Xavier SnelgroveCTO2013–2017

Investors · 3

FundersClublisted by FundersClubSan Francisco · $290K

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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BDC Venture CapitalreportedMontreal · $365K – $25.6M

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Frequently asked questions

What does Whirlscape do?
Whirlscape develops Dango, a mobile keyboard application that integrates emoji suggestions using machine learning and natural language processing techniques.
Who founded Whirlscape?
Whirlscape was founded by Will Walmsley, Severin Smith in 2014.
Who are Whirlscape's investors?
Whirlscape's investors include FundersClub, Y Combinator, BDC Venture Capital.
Where is Whirlscape headquartered?
Whirlscape is headquartered in Toronto, CA.