Steve Jurvetson(@FutureJurvetson):Just announced: our most recent investment is Sphere Semi, using generative AI for analog, RF and mixed-signal circuit design. In the 80’s I did analog chip design (like the QPSK modulator shown here) at HP, and I’ve been looking for an automated design solution for over 20 years now, as it beautifully fits the framework of a vast design space + good verification tools for RL loops. And it can routinely outperform the best human designers. As with generative design of antennae and structures, the creative output can feel like intelligent design but done by aliens. Now hiring:

2025.09.22 22:14

Just announced: our most recent investment is Sphere Semi, using generative AI for analog, RF and mixed-signal circuit design. In the 80’s I did analog chip design (like the QPSK modulator shown here) at HP, and I’ve been looking for an automated design solution for over 20 years now, as it beautifully fits the framework of a vast design space + good verification tools for RL loops. And it can routinely outperform the best human designers. As with generative design of antennae and structures, the creative output can feel like intelligent design but done by aliens. Now hiring: