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Moonshine

YC F24

San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · 2 employees · 2 known investors

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Moonshine deploys machine learning models as callable API endpoints on serverless GPUs, automatically handling container setup, hardware selection, and infrastructure management. The service supports any framework and model type that runs on GPU hardware.

Also known as Moonshine Distillery, Inc.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F24)

Moonshine was founded in 2024 by Ganesh Pimpale and Harsha Gundala.

GPGanesh Pimpale
Ganesh PimpaleCo-FounderGanesh Pimpale previously worked at Formlabs and SRI (Stanford Research Institute).
HGHarsha Gundala
Harsha GundalaCo-founder · Making it easier to work with videoFounder of Moonshine, which provides machine learning model deployment services on serverless GPUs with automated infrastructure management.

Investors · 2

SupermorpheusreportedPuducherry

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Moonshine: Video Understanding APIsycombinator.com · Nov 2024

Frequently asked questions

What does Moonshine do?
Moonshine deploys machine learning models as callable API endpoints on serverless GPUs, automatically handling container setup, hardware selection, and infrastructure management. The service supports any framework and model type that runs on GPU hardware.
Who founded Moonshine?
Moonshine was founded by Ganesh Pimpale, Harsha Gundala in 2024.
Who are Moonshine's investors?
Moonshine's investors include Y Combinator, Supermorpheus.
Where is Moonshine headquartered?
Moonshine is headquartered in San Francisco, US.