XOR
by Careerminds
XOR was a recruiting automation platform centered on an AI chatbot for candidate screening, interview scheduling, communication, and hiring workflows. XOR was acquired by Careerminds in 2023 and its former website now redirects there.
Acquisition Details
Careerminds announced its acquisition of XOR on June 29, 2023. XOR's former homepage currently redirects to Careerminds, which presents XOR as part of its recruiting technology offering.
💵 Pricing & access
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📅 Timeline
XOR founded
XOR joins Y Combinator
XOR raises $2 million seed round
Careerminds acquires XOR
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is XOR recruiting software?
XOR was an AI-based recruiting automation platform that used conversational chatbots to engage candidates, answer questions, screen applicants, schedule interviews, and support high-volume hiring workflows.
Is XOR.ai still available?
XOR no longer appears to operate as an independent product company. Careerminds acquired XOR in June 2023, and xor.ai now redirects to Careerminds. Availability of specific legacy XOR features should be confirmed with Careerminds.
Who acquired XOR.ai?
Careerminds, an outplacement and career-development services company, acquired XOR on June 29, 2023. The companies did not publicly disclose the transaction price.
Who founded XOR?
XOR was founded in 2016 by Aida Fazylova and Nikolai Manolov. The company later participated in Y Combinator's Summer 2017 batch.
What did XOR automate for recruiters?
XOR automated candidate communication, pre-screening, interview scheduling, frequently asked questions, and portions of applicant engagement, particularly for organizations handling high recruiting volumes.