Tako: Another AI Search Engine for data visualization...
Core Thesis Alignment: Tako focuses on Enterprise Cloud and SaaS companies, specifically in the AI-driven productivity tools and data visualization sector.
Market: The enterprise artificial intelligence market is experiencing rapid growth, with a projected CAGR of 44.10% from 2024 to 2034. The market size is expected to reach $560.74 billion by 2034, up from $20.93 billion in 2025 (9 years). Tako's focus on AI-powered search and visualization taps into this expanding market.
Magic: Tako's proprietary AI technology transforms text queries into interactive data visualizations, sourcing from authoritative providers in real-time. This unique approach compresses the research process, allowing users to generate charts and graphs from simple text inputs without the need for manual data entry or coding.
Model: Tako operates on a B2B SaaS model, targeting knowledge workers and enterprises. They also pursue strategic partnerships, such as their integration with Perplexity, to expand their reach. This dual approach allows for both direct revenue and growth through established AI platforms.
Tako's customers primarily consist of:
Knowledge workers
Enterprises seeking AI-powered data visualization tools
Developers building AI-native products
Potentially journalists and media professionals
Partners like Perplexity, an AI search engine
Management: Founded in 2023, Tako's team includes Alex Rosenberg (CEO, former Amazon leader) and Bobby Abbott (CTO), along with Noah Jackson and Sam Hecht as founding software engineers. The team's mix of technical expertise and leadership experience positions them well in the competitive AI landscape.
Momentum: Tako raised $5.75 million in seed funding in November 2024, attracting notable investors including Kevin Hartz (CEO of Eventbrite) and Ramtin Naimi (Abstract VC). They've already partnered with Perplexity and Polymarket, demonstrating early traction and product-market fit.
What We'd Have to Believe
Tako can capture a significant share of the rapidly growing enterprise AI market.
Their visualization technology will maintain an edge over competitors and larger tech companies.
The team can effectively scale partnerships and direct sales to drive adoption.
Tako's approach to data visualization will become a standard tool for knowledge workers and enterprises.