# Coram AI

> Coram AI is a Sunnyvale-based AI video security platform that transforms existing IP camera infrastructure into an intelligent security operation. Founded in 2022 by two PhD-holding ex-Lyft autonomous driving engineers, Coram replaces outdated, hardware-locked surveillance systems with a cloud-native platform featuring natural language video search, real-time AI threat detection, access control integration, and emergency management — all without requiring customers to rip out their existing cameras. The company serves industries from healthcare and education to manufacturing and warehousing, and in January 2025 raised a $13.8M Series A led by Battery Ventures.

- **Founded:** 2022
- **Headquarters:** Sunnyvale, California, United States
- **Founders:** Ashesh Jain (CEO & Co-Founder), Peter Ondruska (CTO & Co-Founder)
- **Team size:** ~101 employees (as of January 2026)
- **Products:** AI Video Management System (VMS), Natural Language Video Search, AI Threat Detection & Alerts, Facial Recognition & License Plate Recognition, Access Control Integration
- **Notable:** Named to CB Insights AI 100 (2025) — top 100 AI companies globally, G2 Leader designation with 4.9/5 rating and 9.5/10 ease-of-use score, G2 Best Software and Momentum Leader awards

## Products & services

- **AI Video Management System (VMS)** — Cloud-based video management platform compatible with any existing IP camera. Enables 24/7 recording, real-time monitoring, and AI-powered search without hardware replacement.
- **Natural Language Video Search** — LLM-powered search that lets operators find footage by typing plain-English descriptions of events, people, or objects — no tagging or timestamp-hunting required.
- **AI Threat Detection & Alerts** — Real-time detection of firearms/weapons, slip-and-falls, PPE violations, trespassing, and custom-defined events. Sends instant alerts to security staff.
- **Facial Recognition & License Plate Recognition** — Identifies known offenders and tracks vehicles in real time across multiple camera feeds and locations.
- **Access Control Integration** — Cloud-based door management that integrates with existing Wiegand/OSDP readers and systems like Avigilon Alta and Brivo, linking access events directly to video footage.
- **Emergency Management System** — Unified emergency response platform with wireless panic buttons, EMS direct trigger integration, real-time team communication, and access lockdown capability.
- **Coram Point NVR** — On-premises network video recorder appliance for edge recording, enabling hybrid cloud-local deployments.
- **Visitor Management** — Cloud-based visitor tracking and check-in system integrated with the broader security platform.

## Achievements

- Named to CB Insights AI 100 (2025) — top 100 AI companies globally
- G2 Leader designation with 4.9/5 rating and 9.5/10 ease-of-use score
- G2 Best Software and Momentum Leader awards
- Won statewide Indiana AI security contract (February 2026)
- SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA certification achieved
- Reached 101 employees by January 2026
- Featured in 4 CB Insights research briefs including Cybersecurity Expert Collection

## Latest updates

- **2026-02** — Won statewide Indiana contract for AI-driven security solutions through ECPA.
- **2026-01** — Headcount reached 101 employees.
- **2025-12** — Launched First & Last Seen tracking, Access Lockdowns, and EMS triggers integrated directly into Alerts.
- **2025-11** — Released new tools for EMS, Access Control, and Video Management System.
- **2025-01** — Raised $13.8M Series A led by Battery Ventures. Marcus Ryu (Battery Ventures partner, former Guidewire CEO) joined board.
- **2025-01** — Named to CB Insights AI 100 list of top global AI companies.

## Links

- Website: https://coram.ai
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coram-ai
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/coram_ai
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/p/Coram-AI-61571923744977/

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Last updated: 2026-05-19