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Y Combinator Cast

02/09/24

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A recent example of a successful AI startup involved automating the search for government contracts, which initially seemed boring but proved to be a lucrative idea.

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The Truth About Building AI Startups Today

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The Truth About Building AI Startups Today

02/09/24

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Y Combinator Cast

11/23/24

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To find a successful vertical AI startup, look for repetitive, boring administrative tasks that can be automated, as these often present lucrative opportunities.

Andrew Ng

08/30/23

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An example of a successful AI application is a startup that uses AI for romantic relationship coaching, combining expertise in AI and relationships.

Y Combinator Cast

04/25/24

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The current AI boom is enabling startups to generate real recurring revenue by providing software solutions to legitimate businesses, contrasting with previous crypto ventures that often lacked tangible use cases.

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05/16/25

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There's a wealth of startup ideas emerging now that leverage AI technology, especially in the infrastructure space for deploying AI and using agents.

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04/04/25

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As AI labs become more capable, they will seek government contracts and support, leading to a closer relationship between the government and AI companies.

Y Combinator Cast

11/15/24

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New AI models are unlocking startup opportunities in fields like engineering, where they can significantly improve productivity and innovation.

Y Combinator Cast

06/07/24

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In the AI landscape, there are numerous opportunities for startups to create applications that large companies like Google and Apple are unlikely to pursue, particularly in the B2B sector.

Y Combinator Cast

02/08/25

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Founders can discover startup ideas by searching for remote jobs that involve repetitive tasks, as these roles often highlight inefficiencies that can be addressed with AI solutions.

Y Combinator Cast

05/16/25

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Now is the perfect time to build AI startups because many ideas that were previously unviable are now possible due to advancements in technology.