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Kirana AI

AcquiredYC X25

New York City, US · Founded 2025 · 2 employees · 3 known investors

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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

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareGroceryComputer VisionRetailAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X25)

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

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

Investors · 3

Sand Hill North VenturesreportedMontreal

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Sandwith Ventures, LLCreported

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Related companies · 4

VendoraVendora provides an all-in-one POS and grocery management platform for retail grocers, combining point-of-sale checkout, loyalty programs, inventory management, and AI-powered analytics in a single system.
Focal SystemsFocal Systems develops AI-powered solutions for retail store operations, including shelf-monitoring cameras and an automated task management operating system that provides real-time visibility into product availability and inventory status. The platform targets retailers seeking to optimize store efficiency, reduce stockouts, and improve employee productivity through data-driven insights.
AvoAvo operates a marketplace within residential and office buildings that delivers groceries, cleaning services, and other goods to tenants, with building operators handling customer acquisition.
BakoolBakool operates a group buying platform in Indonesia's tier 2 cities where customers purchase fresh produce through an agent network at prices below retail, with delivery included.

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corporate structure
Kirana AI Corp.

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Kirana AI: Full-Stack AI Store Managerycombinator.com · May 2025Kirana AI Funding | Complete Analysis | Extruct AIextruct.ai

Frequently asked questions

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, Sand Hill North Ventures, Sandwith Ventures, LLC.
Where is Kirana AI headquartered?
Kirana AI is headquartered in New York City, US.