Anakin
YC S21Austin, US · Founded 2021 · 70 employees · 2 known investors
Anakin provides an API that extracts structured data from websites for AI agents and data teams, adapting automatically when site layouts change and operating across thousands of sites globally at reduced cost compared to browser-based approaches.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareArtificial IntelligenceAPIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S21)
Anakin was founded in 2021 by Mohit Prateek and Rashmi Bala.
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Mohit Prateekin𝕏FounderMohit Prateek is the founder of Anakin, an API platform that extracts structured data from websites for AI agents and data teams.
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Rashmi Balain𝕏FounderShe previously worked across eCommerce companies and holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from IIT Kanpur.
Investors · 2
Competitors · 6
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Anakin do?
- Anakin provides an API that extracts structured data from websites for AI agents and data teams, adapting automatically when site layouts change and operating across thousands of sites globally at reduced cost compared to browser-based approaches.
- Who founded Anakin?
- Anakin was founded by Mohit Prateek, Rashmi Bala in 2021.
- Who are Anakin's investors?
- Anakin's investors include Y Combinator, HOF Capital.
- Where is Anakin headquartered?
- Anakin is headquartered in Austin, US.