Ghost, a startup founded by four young entrepreneurs—with their average age not exceeding 25—has successfully secured $11 million in seed funding, spearheaded by the renowned venture capital firm a16z. The company has officially launched its groundbreaking private AI computer, named Core, which is priced at $3,499. The initial batch of pre-orders for Core has already sold out, with shipments slated to commence in the final week of October.

Core is designed to operate seamlessly without the need for constant user interaction, ensuring uninterrupted online presence for extended durations. It intelligently aggregates information that users have authorized, proactively follows up on tasks, and offers timely assistance. Both its hardware and software are meticulously crafted to cater to personal AI agents, boasting high-performance NVIDIA graphics cards and coming pre-installed with a variety of models. Core supports local operation and storage of personal memories, eliminating the need for subsequent subscription fees and placing a strong emphasis on privacy and an exclusive user experience.

While the market is already saturated with numerous AI assistant products, both in terms of hardware and software, Core distinguishes itself by delivering an exclusive experience that is fully tailored to the needs of AI agents. This makes it an ideal choice for high-frequency AI users. The Ghost team is also in the process of developing a sophisticated firewall to manage the external operation permissions of the AI assistant, with the ambitious goal of redefining the way humans interact with computers.