Michael Marcotte is Co-Founder of Perceptron ML (YC S26), an event-driven AI engine that turns real-world signals into automated action for businesses that win by moving first.

Michael studied at Stanford University, where he received a VPUE Grant for Undergraduate Research, and co-founded Perceptron ML alongside his brother Peyton Marcotte.

Michael is passionate about democratizing AI research and building systems that bridge the gap between real-world events and intelligent, immediate response.

Perceptron ML was accepted into Y Combinator's Summer 2026 batch, validating its event-driven AI platform that serves law firms, investors, construction teams, and trading desks.

Perceptron ML's engine enables businesses to detect signals and launch responses in minutes, with early use cases including law firms launching legal matters the moment a data breach surfaces and trading desks acting on filings in real time.