A startup called Uare.ai is betting that the next phase of artificial intelligence will center on individuals owning AI models trained on their own expertise, rather than relying solely on AI services controlled by major technology companies.
Rob LoCascio, founder of Uare.ai and former CEO of LivePerson, launched the company in 2023 to help users build, scale, and monetize AI models based on their own knowledge and experience. He argues that instead of relying on generic AI tools trained on broad public data sets, individuals can create AI systems trained on their own expertise, voice, and life experiences.
Uare.ai recently raised $10.3 million from Mayfield and Boldstart Ventures. The company is currently in a confidential beta with a handful of high-profile creators and leaders ahead of its public launch, originally planned for June 2 but delayed for a few weeks.
LoCascio believes Individual AI ownership could reduce creators’ dependence on platform audiences and advertising revenue by allowing them to build proprietary AI assets that generate value through licensing, subscriptions, consulting, and enterprise deployments.
Rob LoCascio, founder of Uare.ai
