Pika: Demi Guo and Chenlin Meng

23-year-old Demi Guo and 24-year-old Chenlin Meng, both Stanford University dropouts, founded Pika, an AI video generator, in 2023.

The duo, frustrated with the complexity of existing AI video tools, aimed to create a more accessible and user-friendly platform.

Today, Pika's free app boasts 5 million users who can effortlessly produce and modify videos across various styles, from anime to realistic footage.

Pika has successfully secured $135 million in funding across multiple rounds.

Notably, their first two rounds were led by GitHub CEO Nat Friedman, while Lightspeed Venture Partners spearheaded their Series A, valuing the startup at nearly $470 million, according to PitchBook.

As Pika continues to innovate and expand its user base, the future looks promising for this young company.

With its user-friendly interface and impressive AI capabilities, Pika is poised to revolutionize the way we create and consume video content.

While the exact net worth of Guo and Meng remains undisclosed, their significant role in founding and leading Pika undoubtedly places them among the rising stars of the AI industry.

Find Pika on our 30 Under 30 List.