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Jessica Livingston

09/07/24

@ Y Combinator

The shift from being seen as an underdog to a respected entity occurred around 2011, as companies began receiving larger investments, which changed perceptions of Y Combinator.

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How YC Was Created With Jessica Livingston

@ Y Combinator

How YC Was Created With Jessica Livingston

09/07/24

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