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Y Combinator Cast

02/09/24

@ Y Combinator

Young founders are particularly well-positioned to work in AI since no one has extensive experience with large language models, creating a level playing field.

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The Truth About Building AI Startups Today

@ Y Combinator

The Truth About Building AI Startups Today

02/09/24

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Julien Codorniou

06/24/25

@ Stripe

Young founders today need role models and inspiration, especially in the context of AI, to realize they can build something impactful from scratch.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

02/09/24

@ Y Combinator

The current wave of AI innovation is attracting a new generation of founders who are inspired by the success of previous AI pioneers.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

11/06/24

@ Y Combinator

Startups are adopting AI tools faster than large companies, providing a unique opportunity for hands-on experience and learning.

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Marc Andreessen

01/26/25

@ Lex Fridman

Startups are uniquely positioned to innovate rapidly in AI, often able to break existing paradigms that larger companies cannot due to their established business models.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/25/24

@ Y Combinator

AI is driving a shift in startup focus, requiring founders to be at the cutting edge of AI technology to succeed in this space.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/12/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

The competition in AI is fierce, with established companies often overshadowing new entrants, making it crucial for startups to find unique niches.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/06/25

@ Y Combinator

The current generation of founders, who have grown up with AI coding tools, are highly productive and capable of building complex products without traditional programming training.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/16/25

@ Y Combinator

Founders should not pivot to AI just because it seems trendy, but they should definitely work on projects that utilize large language models (LLMs) at their core.

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Sam Altman

11/09/24

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial for startup founders to build something with AI and to act quickly rather than getting bogged down in lengthy planning cycles.