Merlyn Mind provides AI-powered voice and remote-control assistant technology for K-12 education. Founded by former IBM Watson researchers, the company developed domain-specific large language models optimized for classroom use, enabling teachers to manage front-of-class displays, applications, and generative AI chat via voice or remote control. The platform includes Merlyn Origin, an education-specific LLM, and integrates with Google Workspace and other classroom tools.
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Founded
2017
Total Funding
$29M
1 rounds
Total raised $29M across 1 rounds
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Last updated 06-25-2026
Latest Round
Type
Series A
Date
June 22, 2021
Amount
$29M
Valuation
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Lead Investors
Satya V. Nitta
Co-founder and CEO
Ravi Kokku
Co-founder
Sharad Sundararajan
Co-founder, Chief Data Officer & Chief Information Officer, AI Trust & Safety
Competitor list is illustrative and may be incomplete, stale, or erroneous.
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