Novastart creates an infinite canvas where people and AI agents collaborate in real time

Novastart is an infinite canvas whiteboard operating system based in the United States. It allows users to open Chrome, ChatGPT, Claude, Word, Excel, and their files side by side on one infinite whiteboard. Users can share canvases with their team and collaborate with AI agents, each having their own cursors and keyboards.

The Problem

Traditional computers have not changed fundamentally in decades, still relying on juggling windows, tabs, and applications on a limited desktop. Novastart replaces this experience with an infinite canvas where all apps, files, and websites can be visually organized in one workspace.

The founders explained their motivation:

"My brother and I previously built and sold a company together, and we experienced firsthand how inefficient traditional computers can be. We were constantly switching between applications, rebuilding our workspaces, and struggling to collaborate remotely. We realized that while software and AI were advancing rapidly, the fundamental desktop operating system had barely evolved. We wanted to rethink the computer from the ground up, building something designed for how people and AI will work together in the future."

The Team

Novastart was founded by brothers Thomas and Nick Fraher. Thomas graduated from Yale University with degrees in engineering and economics. Nick graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in business administration. Before Novastart, they co-founded Aquavoss, a health and wellness company specializing in cold plunges, saunas, and hot tubs. Thomas led product development and innovation, while Nick focused on sales and growth. They sold that company in November 2025. Currently, Thomas serves as Novastart's CTO, leading product and engineering, and Nick leads go-to-market strategy, sales, and growth.

What They Have Done So Far

They are most proud of turning their ambitious idea into a working operating system. Building an OS that changes how people interact with their computers is a complex technical challenge. Novastart publicly launched in September 2026 with features including an infinite desktop, real-time collaboration, and the ability to work alongside up to 10 AI agents, each with independent cursors.

What Comes Next

The team is focused on making Novastart a practical everyday operating system for more users and businesses. They plan to expand the AI agents' capabilities and reliability so users can delegate more complex work while staying in control. They also aim to improve performance, enhance team collaboration, and make the platform easier to adopt. Their long-term goal is for Novastart to become the operating system for the AI era, where humans and intelligent agents work together effectively.

Sources

Interview with the founders of Novastart and their Brouky profile.