Rounak Adhikary, founder and CEO of ProjectX (YC P26), is building a universal cloud operating system that runs GPU-accelerated applications on any device. His goal is clear: remove the hardware limits that prevent many people from using advanced software.
A Cloud Operating System for Heavy Applications
Many professional tools demand powerful machines with expensive GPUs. Software like computer-aided design (CAD), robotics simulations, and computational chemistry platforms often require high-performance workstations.
ProjectX moves this heavy computing work to the cloud. Instead of relying on local hardware, the platform runs these applications on powerful remote GPUs. Users can then access them from almost any device.
This model allows complex software to run smoothly on lightweight laptops, tablets, and even mobile phones.
Removing Hardware Barriers
ProjectX treats the cloud as the main computing layer. Users open advanced software through the platform while cloud GPUs handle the heavy processing.
This approach removes the need for expensive hardware upgrades. Engineers, researchers, and developers can use demanding tools without buying high-end machines.
By lowering the hardware barrier, ProjectX expands access to professional and scientific software.
Background of the Founder
Rounak Adhikary brings research and startup experience to the venture. He is a Stanford ASES Fellow and previously worked as a researcher at IIT Bombay.
He also served as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. In this role, he worked on initiatives related to emerging technologies and startup development.
Earlier in his entrepreneurial journey, Adhikary won India’s best student startup at Princeton University’s Tiger Launch competition.
Entering Y Combinator
ProjectX now joins the Y Combinator P26 batch. The company is entering a fast-growing market focused on cloud infrastructure and GPU computing.
By enabling GPU-accelerated applications to run from the cloud on any device, ProjectX aims to make advanced computing tools more accessible worldwide.
