Siddharth Nandyala doesn’t believe in waiting for the “right” moment. When he had an idea, he immediately pursued it. Since childhood, his spell of success was consistent. Most importantly, he believes in what he is doing. In short, this is all about Siddharth Nandyala, the 14-year-old CEO of both companies and the world’s youngest AI-certified professional.
“Age is not something I focus on – it’s more about work and the differences it makes. I love my job and I’m passionate about building things that can make an impact,” Siddharth smiled as he talked to Hyderabad Chronicle.
When he arrived at the meeting with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, everyone’s eyes were focused on the teenage CEO. “It’s exciting and humble to be the founder and CEO of both companies at the age of 14,” said Siddharth, of Anantapur, now based in the U.S.
He is certified by Oracle and Arm, which makes him a recognized AI expert.
Circadianai
Siddharth has developed Circadianai, an AI-powered app that can detect heart disease with an astonishing 96% accuracy through a smartphone in a record 7 seconds. His groundbreaking technology has tested more than 15,000 patients in the United States and India, including at the Gentur Government General Hospital, where Siddhartha personally demonstrated the effectiveness of the application. “Circadian AI has been an idea I’ve been developing over the past few years, but it’s not really started to take shape until the last six months,” Siddharth told Siddharth. Artificial intelligence is at the heart of the concept, which can analyze the sound of the heart through simple smartphone recordings. “It gives us immediate insight into someone’s cardiovascular health. It is built to make early screening easier to access and expand, especially in areas where traditional diagnostic tools are not readily available.”
What did he discuss with CM Chandrababu Naidu?
“We talked about circadian AI; our conversation focused on how to leverage MedTech innovation to save lives and improve access to care,” Siddharth told Siddharth. They also talked about building solutions, not only cutting-edge but also building solutions related to real-world challenges in healthcare. “We have also been talking to leaders in other states and investigating how partnerships and impact can be expanded.”
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan also expressed congratulations and recognized that Siddharth is a brilliant example of how young people can use technology to achieve greater benefits.
challenge
Gaining attention at an early stage is one of the biggest challenges Siddharth faces as a young entrepreneur. “By overcoming this means building trust through action – achieving results, being consistent and creating a clear narrative supported by achievements,” he notes. “There is no fixed path. Siddharth, currently a freshman at the University of Texas at Dallas, is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science and has always believed that learning does not require a fixed path.
“I took an accelerated approach to make the most of my time.” While keeping a balance between academics and entrepreneurship can sometimes be challenging, Siddharth found that focusing on his long-term goals helped him effectively manage his long-term goals. “There is definitely a lot to learn, but I think it’s part of the journey,” he said.
Biden, Obama and Siddhartha
Siddharth received congratulations from US President Joe Biden and Barack Obama. “It’s very special. They feel like not only is my work validated, but the broader idea that innovations of any age can come from anyone,” the teen CEO laughed.
Coming soon?
“My future plans include continuing to learn while expanding Circadianai to new markets. I want to expand the platform to something that can be used globally, especially in communities with limited access to early diagnosis,” Siddharth said.
Golfer
Outside of his work, Siddhartha enjoys playing golf and chess. “Both activities challenge me in different ways and give me a chance to reset and think creatively,” the teenager said.
