Story perspectives

AI Startups Relocate to San Francisco's Smaller Neighborhoods

4/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

AI startups, including Together AI, are moving to smaller San Francisco neighborhoods as office costs rise.
Vipul Ved Prakash, CEO of Together AI, says proximity to other AI firms fosters collaboration.
Urban studies theorist Richard Florida emphasizes mixed-use spaces that support longer working hours, and venture capital inflows suggest potential growth.
City economist Ted Egan cautions about the economic impact, noting a decline in tech job listings.

1 of 1

Story summary

AI startups, including Together AI, are moving to smaller San Francisco neighborhoods as office costs rise.
Vipul Ved Prakash, CEO of Together AI, says proximity to other AI firms fosters collaboration.
Urban studies theorist Richard Florida emphasizes mixed-use spaces that support longer working hours, and venture capital inflows suggest potential growth.
City economist Ted Egan cautions about the economic impact, noting a decline in tech job listings.