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CAPSULE

DefunctYC S22

San Francisco, US · Founded 2022 · 4 employees · 1 known investors

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A mobile app that lets users capture screenshots of items from social media and automatically locates purchasable versions across the internet using image recognition technology. The service targets social media users looking to buy products they discover online without manually searching multiple retailers.

Also known as Dryftwell · GLIMPSE

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S22)

CAPSULE was founded in 2022 by Michele Van Ruiten and Kelsey Pedersen.

MVMichele Van Ruiten
Michele Van RuiteninFounderMichele Van Ruiten co-founded Capsule (YC S22, acquired), an AI visual-search company, and previously led product at Stitch Fix and The Yes. He has experience across product development, personalization, and operational software.
KPKelsey Pedersen
Kelsey Pedersenin𝕏Founder

Investors · 1

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What does CAPSULE do?
A mobile app that lets users capture screenshots of items from social media and automatically locates purchasable versions across the internet using image recognition technology. The service targets social media users looking to buy products they discover online without manually searching multiple retailers.
Who founded CAPSULE?
CAPSULE was founded by Michele Van Ruiten, Kelsey Pedersen in 2022.
Who are CAPSULE's investors?
CAPSULE's investors include Y Combinator.
Where is CAPSULE headquartered?
CAPSULE is headquartered in San Francisco, US.