What is Acosta AI?
Acosta AI is an intelligent AI assistant built by Lachlan Thurlow under the Transnology brand. It's designed to help everyday users and professionals think, write, and get things done — faster and smarter.
Available at heyacosta.com, Acosta AI is powered by the Acosta 1 model system — a suite of purpose-built AI model variants with smart routing that selects the right model for every task automatically.
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Who is Acosta AI for?
Acosta AI is built for anyone who wants a capable, reliable AI assistant:
- Students – Research, writing, and study support
- Professionals – Drafting, summarising, and problem-solving
- Developers – Code assistance and technical questions
- Everyday users – Quick answers, creative help, and more
What makes it different?
The Acosta 1 Model System
Acosta AI is powered by a suite of model variants under the Acosta 1 family, each optimised for a specific purpose:
| Variant | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Acosta 1 Lite | Fast, lightweight responses for everyday tasks |
| Acosta 1 Think | Deep reasoning for complex questions |
| Acosta 1 Vision | Image understanding and visual analysis |
| Acosta 1 Voice | Natural voice interaction |
| Acosta 1 Live | Real-time, streaming conversations |
Smart routing selects the best variant for each request automatically — you don't need to think about which model to use.
Built for Trust
Acosta AI is a registered sole trader product (ABN registered) operating under the Transnology brand. Your conversations are handled through a secure backend proxy, and your account is protected with Firebase Authentication.
Technology
| Layer | Technology |
|---|---|
| Frontend | React + TypeScript on Vercel |
| Auth | Firebase Authentication |
| Backend | Cloud Run proxy |
| Domain | heyacosta.com |