KoBold Metals

KoBold Metals is an AI-driven mineral exploration company founded in 2018 by Kurt House, Josh Goldman, and Jeff Jurinak. The company modernizes mineral discovery for essential materials used in electric vehicles and renewable energy systems through advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analysis. KoBold operates as a full-stack scientific exploration company, integrating technology with human expertise to enhance both prospecting and mine development. The company offers three main products: TerraShed™, a data platform for prospecting; Machine Prospector, an AI-driven analysis tool; and the Human Prospector Team, which consists of expert geoscientists. These components work together to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of mineral discovery. KoBold Metals serves large mining firms that license its technology and has established partnerships with major operators like BHP and Rio Tinto. The company is supported by prominent venture capital firms, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz.