Startup Helios has unveiled Proxi, an AI operating system that creates new opportunities for civil servants and public policy professionals.
Creation of the AI Operating System for Public Policy
Helios was founded in 2022 during a time when public attention was directed toward generative AI capabilities like OpenAI's ChatGPT. Founders Joe Scheidler and Joseph Farsakh come from backgrounds in high-profile positions at the White House and State Department, allowing them to ponder how large language models could transform public policy work. This led to the idea of integrating AI tools with government processes.
Scheidler stated, "Our unfair advantage lies in the unique blend of domain expertise, contacts, and technical skills for addressing an important problem." Helios emerged from stealth mode and raised $4 million in seed funding.
Proxi's Features for Professionals
Proxi is an AI operating system designed for professionals in public policy, legal, and compliance fields. It aims for complete automation of processes in these areas. Proxi's offerings include:
* **Consult:** An AI agent that constantly analyzes the legislative environment and provides users with relevant information. * **Scribe:** A tool for collaborative editing and writing, assisting in the creation of official documents and memos. * **Decipher:** A deep data analysis tool that processes complex documents and extracts essential insights and risks. * **CRM:** A relationship management tool allowing managers to visually track contacts and interactions.
The Future of Helios AI and Its Impact on Public Policy
Helios is advancing to a new level in its evolution, seeking to become synonymous with public and private sector interaction in the future. Founder Scheidler emphasized that the company's goal for the next five to seven years is to develop a reliable AI platform that competes with companies like Palantir and OpenGov. The market potential is substantial, with a continued demand for innovation and efficiency in government affairs.
Helios and its Proxi open new horizons for automation and optimization in public policy processes, offering integrated AI solutions to address complex government tasks.
