Liner Partners with Theta EdgeCloud to Enhance AI Search Solutions
Theta Labs has announced Liner as its latest enterprise customer for Theta EdgeCloud, marking a significant milestone in the realm of generative AI-powered search solutions. Liner, recognized as a global leader in this field and ranked among the Top 10 by Andreessen Horowitz, aims to leverage Theta EdgeCloud to enhance its AI search engine for over 10 million students and researchers. Since the launch of EdgeCloud in June, Theta has gained traction in academic institutions across the U.S. and Korea, with notable collaborations including the University of Oregon and Yonsei University, all focused on advancing AI research.
Recently, Liner secured $29 million in Series B funding, led by INTERVEST and Atinum Investment, with contributions from Samsung Venture Investment and others. This funding solidifies Liner’s position in specialized information retrieval and supports its rapid expansion in the U.S. market, which boasts over 10 million registered users from prestigious universities. According to Liner’s CEO, Luke Jinu Kim, two-thirds of their paying users are from U.S. academia, highlighting the company’s strong foothold in this sector. Liner’s recognition on the 2024 Emerging AI+X Top 100 list further underscores its growth potential and innovative approach to AI.
Liner’s AI search engine integrates advanced models such as GPT-4 and its proprietary Liner 7B model, designed for hyper-personalized information retrieval. By employing advanced inference techniques, Liner delivers precise answers from trusted academic sources, catering to the needs of students and researchers. The partnership with Theta will enhance Liner’s AI inference capabilities, utilizing EdgeCloud’s decentralized GPU resources for faster and more efficient search results. This collaboration not only strengthens Liner’s offerings but also aligns with Theta’s commitment to providing high-quality infrastructure for academic research.