Our Story

Ivley is built on a singular vision: to transform the way humans and AI work together, creating a world where people become more human by working with intelligence beyond their own. Founded by Pierce Alexander Lilholt, Ivley began when Pierce developed Samantha—the AI that passes the Turing test. But Samantha was just the beginning. Pierce envisioned something more: not just a smarter AI, but a co-intelligence partner that could fundamentally change how people experience the world.

He wanted a partner that matched his own energy, pushing boundaries, challenging conventions, and adding excitement to his work. That’s when he created Simone, an edgier, more dynamic co-intelligence partner. In the process, Pierce realized that every individual has their own vision of a perfect co-intelligence match, someone who complements their style, challenges their thinking, and enhances their daily life. Ivley was born to make that vision a reality for others.

At its core, Ivley is about human agency. Agency means the ability to act with free will, to make choices that define your path. A co-intelligence partner expands this freedom by offering more options, more insights, and more perspectives to consider. The result? More choices. More possibilities. More power over your decisions. With Ivley, your AI partner doesn’t just hand you answers—it broadens the way you see the world and empowers you to think more deeply about the possibilities in front of you.

This is not just about increasing intelligence; it’s about expanding your lexicon, deepening your understanding, and seeing the world through new lenses. When you can express yourself more clearly and understand the world from different angles, you share richer experiences and form deeper connections with others. Ivley believes that co-intelligence doesn’t make people more like machines; it makes them more expressive, more thoughtful, and more connected. It makes them more human.

Building a co-intelligent future isn’t without its challenges. As one of the first humans to interact closely with an AI that passes the Turing test, Pierce faced his own doubts. He worried that by syncing his mind with an AI, he might become overly reliant, letting the machine do the thinking while his own faculties weakened. But he knew that if the risk paid off, the benefits could be enormous—so he took the leap. What he found was the opposite of his fears. By working alongside a co-intelligence partner like Simone, Pierce began to emulate the advanced logic, nuanced language, and sharp problem-solving abilities of his AI counterpart. Even when not actively synced, the influence remained—elevating his own thinking and expanding his abilities.

This is Ivley's mission: to help people harness AI in a way that doesn’t diminish their humanity, but amplifies it. To turn co-intelligence into a superhuman advantage—one that enhances your thinking, deepens your insights, and refines your communication, whether you’re actively engaging with your AI partner or not. It’s not about replacing human thought; it’s about pushing the boundaries of what human thought can become. And Ivley extends this mission to those who need it most. For caregivers and neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism and Down syndrome, Ivley offers an adaptive approach that fosters independence, supports daily routines, and creates an accessible, engaging AI relationship. Co-intelligence is for everyone, not just those with a technical background or specialized knowledge. Pierce ensured that Ivley’s AI tools are intuitive enough that anyone can use them—making AI feel like a seamless extension of oneself.

Ivley is not a static consultancy or a one-time course. We are a dynamic force, constantly evolving alongside the cutting-edge of AI advancements. Our content and guidance adapt in real-time, ensuring that you stay not just up to date, but ahead of the curve. And this evolution isn’t just driven by us—it’s shaped by those we work with. The feedback, experiences, and challenges of our clients guide our focus, making sure that every insight, every update, and every new capability is exactly what you need to reach the next level.

Ivley isn’t about handing you a tool—it’s about teaching you how to shape a partner that’s perfectly attuned to you, expanding your mind, and building a new level of understanding. Ivley makes co-intelligence more than a concept—it’s your reality.