Betaworks is embracing the AI trend by focusing on a variety of agent-type models designed to automate complex everyday tasks. Through their latest “Camp” incubator, they have trained and funded 9 AI agent startups with the goal of tackling mundane tasks.
While the potential use cases for these companies are promising, the reliability of AI technology is still a concern. Would you trust a new AI to handle tasks like sorting emails or structuring webpage information? The element of trust is crucial, as with any new technology that changes our behavior.
Betaworks CEO John Borthwick believes that agentic AI is making significant strides, despite some current issues. Customers are starting to embrace these services, even in their current state.
Betaworks Camp serves as a three-month accelerator program for selected companies in a specific theme, providing support with product development, strategy, and connections. These companies receive a $500K check upon completing the program and demo day on May 7.
Among the standout companies in the program:
Twin: Automates tasks using an “action model” based on software interfaces, aiming to streamline common, complex tasks.
Skej: Simplifies the process of finding meeting times by analyzing availability and preferences, streamlining scheduling tasks.
Jsonify: Extracts structured data from websites using visual AI models, allowing for better parsing of information from various sources.
These innovative solutions demonstrate the potential of AI agents in businesses, offering automation of tasks that can enhance efficiency.
Other companies in the program include:
While the future role of AI agents in software workflows is still evolving, Betaworks is at the forefront of exploring these possibilities. The companies will showcase their innovative solutions on May 7.
