12 August 2025
Topic: Application
Google vet raises $8M for Continua to bring AI agents to group chats
David Petrou, founding member of Google Goggles and Google Glass, wants to enhance group chats with AI....
TL;DR
Continua, a consumer-facing startup founded by Google alumnus David Petrou, raised $8 million in seed funding to develop AI agents that enhance collaboration and interaction in group chats.
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- Continua's AI agents can reduce group chat chaos by joining conversations and offering helpful information only when needed.
- The startup's technology allows for automated tasks such as setting reminders, launching polls, and generating documents with checklists and to-do lists.
- Continua has several potential paths to profitability, including charging for event planning and trip booking services.
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