Former Meta AI Execs Secure $15 Million for AI Assistant Startup

Former Meta AI executives Devi Parikh and Dhruv Batra have raised $15 million for their startup Yutori, which is focused on creating autonomous AI personal assistants to handle everyday digital tasks such as online orders and travel planning. The funding round, led by Radical Ventures and including investors like Felicis, Fei-Fei Li, and Jeff Dean, aims to accelerate the development of post-training models that enable AI to navigate the web and execute tasks independently.

The company, which emerged from stealth mode on March 27, 2025, is positioning itself to redefine how users interact with technology. By leveraging advanced AI research and post-training techniques, Yutori aspires to build an 'AI chief-of-staff' that not only automates routine online transactions but also enhances overall user efficiency.