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Kirana AI

YC X25

New York City, US · Founded 2025 · 2 employees · 1 known investors

Kirana AI develops an AI-based store management system that uses on-site cameras and sensors to monitor physical retail locations for loss prevention, workplace safety, and customer service optimization, with plans to expand into automated ordering, pricing, and inventory management.

Also known as Kirana

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X25)

Kirana AI was founded in 2025 by Nicholas Sleeper and Prateek Pinisetti.

NSNicholas Sleeper
Nicholas SleeperinCo-founder · Chief Executive OfficerNicholas Sleeper is co-founder and CEO of Kirana AI, which develops AI software for grocery store management.
PPPrateek Pinisetti
Prateek PinisettiinCTO/cofounderPrateek Pinisetti is CTO at Kirana AI and previously worked as a software engineer at Optiver.

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What does Kirana AI do?
Kirana AI develops an AI-based store management system that uses on-site cameras and sensors to monitor physical retail locations for loss prevention, workplace safety, and customer service optimization, with plans to expand into automated ordering, pricing, and inventory management.
Who founded Kirana AI?
Kirana AI was founded by Nicholas Sleeper, Prateek Pinisetti in 2025.
Who are Kirana AI's investors?
Kirana AI's investors include Y Combinator.
Where is Kirana AI headquartered?
Kirana AI is headquartered in New York City, US.