Rabbit
AI handheld device — the R1 — running a 'large action model' to operate apps via voice. Mixed reception, big buzz.
- Location
- Santa Monica, United States
- Raised
- $30M+
- Stage
- Series A
- Founded
- 2022
- Category
- Other
- Funding
- VC-backed
- Team
- 51-200
Funding figures as of Jul 2025 · not independently verified
Founders of Rabbit
- Jesse Lyu
Investors backing Rabbit
- Khosla Ventures
- Tower Research Ventures
Frequently asked questions
What does Rabbit do?
AI handheld device — the R1 — running a 'large action model' to operate apps via voice. Mixed reception, big buzz.
Where is Rabbit based?
Rabbit is based in Santa Monica, United States.
When was Rabbit founded?
Rabbit was founded in 2022.
How much has Rabbit raised?
Rabbit has raised $30M+ in their Series A round as of Jul 2025.
Who founded Rabbit?
Rabbit was founded by Jesse Lyu.
Who has invested in Rabbit?
Rabbit is backed by Khosla Ventures, Tower Research Ventures.
How Rabbit would pitch themselves
○ Auto-generated01Target customer
Customers in the Rabbit space — typically operators or teams running into the problem this product solves.
02Problem they solve
AI handheld device — the R1 — running a 'large action model' to operate apps via voice. Mixed reception, big buzz. The category has historically been served by tools that miss the modern workflow this product is built around.
03Key differentiator
Rabbit differentiates on the pocket companion that does things for you. Backed by Khosla Ventures + Tower Research Ventures, $30M+ raised — the company has resources + validation to compound this thesis. Founded by Jesse Lyu.
04Go-to-market strategy
Series-A scaling stage — building outbound sales motion, hiring first AEs, layering on customer success. Mix of PLG (where the product allows) + direct sales for higher-ACV deals.