YCX25· AI· Data· DevtoolsHelixDB
The fastest & most scalable graph-vector database on the market
Founders
- George CurtisFounder/CEO
- Xavier CochranFounder
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About HelixDB
As AI agents replace traditional software, they need a way to store, recall, and reason over contextual data. HelixDB gives them all of that in one system. We’re building the knowledge infrastructure every AI agent will depend on.
London, England, United Kingdom
HelixDB: questions
Which YC batch was HelixDB in?
HelixDB was in Y Combinator's Spring 2025 batch (X25).
Is HelixDB still active?
Y Combinator lists HelixDB as active.
Who founded HelixDB?
HelixDB's founders, as listed on its YC page: George Curtis (Founder/CEO), Xavier Cochran (Founder).
Where is HelixDB based?
HelixDB lists London, England, United Kingdom as its location on YC's directory.
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