# Expected Parrot

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/expected-parrot

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Cambridge, US
- Website: www.expectedparrot.com
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 18, 2025)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Expected Parrot, Inc. is a US-based company specializing in an open-source framework that enhances the design, testing, and simulation of AI agents for research and surveys.Founded in 2024 and headquartered in Cambridge, US, Expected Parrot, Inc. develops tools for social scientists and researchers to conduct AI-driven surveys. In November 2025, Expected Parrot, Inc. raised an undisclosed amount in?seed funding from new investors gumi ventures, Y Combinator and Pioneer Fund.Expected Parrot offers an open-source framework designed to facilitate the design, testing, and simulation of AI agents for surveys and research. The core product enables users to generate and control surveys, agents, and results, ensuring complete transparency and reproducibility in research methodologies. The platform is particularly beneficial for social scientists and researchers who require reliable market insights through scientifically validated simulations of AI agents compared to human responses. Expected Parrot's tools are Python-friendly, allowing users to easily create experiments that can be replicated and validated, thereby streamlining workflows. The company serves a diverse client base, including academic institutions and research organizations across North America and Europe, who utilize the platform for in-depth analysis and experimentation in their respective fields.Expected Parrot's revenue model is based on providing access to its open-source tools and services, which may include subscription-based features for advanced functionalities or consulting services tailored to specific research needs. Transactions typically occur directly between the company and its clients, allowing for seamless integration of Expected Parrot's offerings into various research workflows. Client engagement often involves partnerships with educational institutions and corporate research teams, who adopt the platform for its innovative approach to AI-driven surveys. Pricing structures for individual products and services are aligned with the value provided in enhancing research capabilities, particularly through flagship products like the EDSL and Polly models. The company’s offerings cater to both B2B engagements with institutional clients and potentially direct consumers involved in research activities.In December 2025, Expected Parrot, Inc. plans to utilize its recent funding from gumi ventures to acquire expertise in the field of AI, investigate prospective business opportunities, and enhance its corporate value. The company aims to explore new product launches and expand its market presence.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 18, 2025 — Y Combinator, gumi ventures, Pioneer Fund

## Investors

- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed
- gumi ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gumi-ventures) — Seed
- Pioneer Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pioneer-fund) — Seed