Vercept Raises $16M With Google Legend And Dropbox Co-Founder Backing To Build Future Of Workflows With Vision-Based Mac App Called Vy
From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-11 20:00:00
Vercept, a Seattle-based AI startup, secures $16 million in seed funding for Vy, a computer vision-powered Mac app to automate digital workflows with natural language commands. Backers include former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and Dropbox co-founder Arash Ferdowsi, GeekWire reports.
Vy by Vercept uses AI to mimic human computer interaction, observing and replicating complex workflows with ease. The company aims to revolutionize technology interaction, allowing users to perform tasks effortlessly. Unlike traditional automation tools, Vy doesn’t require pre-built interfaces or code, making it user-friendly, GeekWire says.
Vercept’s mission is to simplify technology interaction, enabling users to tackle complex tasks effortlessly. With Vy, users can perform digital tasks like form-filling and content creation while the app automates repetitive actions. The company’s goal is to streamline workflows and enhance user productivity, GeekWire reports.
Vercept’s Vy has gained popularity among students, businesses, and individuals with disabilities for its ease of use in automating digital tasks. While user growth and revenue figures remain undisclosed, Vercept has received positive feedback. The company employs eight full-time staff members, GeekWire reports.
As tech giants explore AI tools for automation, Vercept stands out with its visual-first approach. Vy requires no technical setup, offering a user-friendly solution for task automation. The company’s differentiation lies in its simplicity and effectiveness in automating workflows, GeekWire says.