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Aleph Lab

YC F25

San Francisco, US · Founded 2025 · 2 employees · 5 known investors

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Aleph Lab is an AI language learning platform integrated into Minecraft that teaches children English through conversational gameplay and interactive missions. It combines AI-driven tutoring with game-based learning using principles from language acquisition theory and Montessori education.

Also known as Aleph Lab, Inc.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerEdTechGamingArtificial IntelligenceUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F25)

Aleph Lab was founded in 2025 by Dan Han and Jaihee Kim.

DHDan Han
Dan HanCEO & Co-FounderDan Han is a co-founder of Aleph Lab and has founded two prior startups. He holds a degree in computer science from Seoul National University.
JKJaihee Kim
Jaihee KimCo-FounderJaihee Kim is a co-founder at Aleph Lab with six years of experience as a machine learning engineer at Google and YouTube. He holds an MS in Machine Learning from UC San Diego.
HN
Han Nim (Joseph) JangCEO2025–2026

Investors · 5

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Amino CapitalreportedPalo Alto · $100K – $10M

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Blast.Clubreported$5.5M

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Krew Capital VenturereportedLos Angeles

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Frequently asked questions

What does Aleph Lab do?
Aleph Lab is an AI language learning platform integrated into Minecraft that teaches children English through conversational gameplay and interactive missions. It combines AI-driven tutoring with game-based learning using principles from language acquisition theory and Montessori education.
Who founded Aleph Lab?
Aleph Lab was founded by Dan Han, Jaihee Kim in 2025.
Who are Aleph Lab's investors?
Aleph Lab's investors include Pioneer, Y Combinator, Amino Capital, Blast.Club, Krew Capital Venture.
Where is Aleph Lab headquartered?
Aleph Lab is headquartered in San Francisco, US.