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Kiko

AcquiredYC S05

Boston, US · Founded 2005 · 6 known investors

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An AI-powered e-commerce platform that recommends high-quality, affordable consumer products across categories including electronics, home goods, pet supplies, and jewelry. It serves consumers seeking convenient shopping with competitive pricing.

Also known as Kiko Software Incorporated

AI & Machine LearningConsumerE-commerceEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkCalendarUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S05)

Kiko was founded in 2005 by Justin Kan and Emmett Shear.

JKJustin Kan
Justin KanFounder2005–2006Justin Kan is a co-founder of Atrium, a legal services firm for startups. He previously founded Twitch and Justin.tv, and has held executive roles across multiple companies.
ESEmmett Shear
Emmett ShearFounder2005–2006Emmett Shear co-founded Justin.tv and later founded Twitch, a video streaming platform. He is a part-time partner at Y Combinator and graduated from Yale University in 2005.
RW
Richard WhiteProduct Design Lead2005–2006Founder at Fathom

Investors · 6

Calm/Storm VCreportedVienna

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Smilegate InvestmentreportedSeoul · $500K

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SOSVreportedNew York · $30K – $550K

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Strong Ventures, LlcreportedLos Angeles · $100K – $1M

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Venture CatalystsreportedMatosinhos

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Founder mafia

3 people who came through Kiko went on to found or lead other companies.

Justin KanFounderFounded Stash +5Emmett ShearFounderFounded Softmax +1Richard WhiteProduct Design LeadFounded Uservoice +1

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Legal entities · 1

corporate structure
Kiko Software Incorporated

Frequently asked questions

What does Kiko do?
An AI-powered e-commerce platform that recommends high-quality, affordable consumer products across categories including electronics, home goods, pet supplies, and jewelry. It serves consumers seeking convenient shopping with competitive pricing.
Who founded Kiko?
Kiko was founded by Justin Kan, Emmett Shear in 2005.
Who are Kiko's investors?
Kiko's investors include Y Combinator, Calm/Storm VC, Smilegate Investment, SOSV, Strong Ventures, Llc, Venture Catalysts.
Where is Kiko headquartered?
Kiko is headquartered in Boston, US.