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Lenny's Podcast Cast

05/02/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

The most successful Y Combinator companies have evolved over the years, with current trends indicating a shift towards B2B and AI-driven solutions.

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Pulling back the curtain on the magic of Y Combinator

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Pulling back the curtain on the magic of Y Combinator

05/02/25

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LP

Lenny's Podcast Cast

05/02/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

The majority of recent Y Combinator funding has gone to B2B companies, with over 75% of the latest batches classified as such, reflecting a shift away from consumer-focused investments.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

01/25/25

@ Y Combinator

The foundation of Y Combinator was based on the idea that it was becoming easier to build startups without needing massive capital or large teams, a trend that has accelerated with AI.

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Lenny's Podcast Cast

05/02/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Y Combinator has shifted from primarily investing in consumer startups to focusing on B2B companies, which are currently valued at approximately $170 billion.

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Garry Tan

06/16/23

@ Y Combinator

We've seen a significant increase in the number of AI startups applying to Y Combinator, which is why we're focusing on AI startup websites today.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/12/24

@ Y Combinator

Y Combinator has achieved notable success in hard tech, funding companies that create physical products, not just software.

LP

Lenny's Podcast Cast

05/02/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Y Combinator has not seen significant financial success in healthcare, bio, industrials, or real estate, focusing instead on B2B and fintech for future growth.

LP

Lenny's Podcast Cast

05/02/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

YC founders are heavily investing in AI technologies, with a preference for B2B software companies, which make up over 63% of their startups.

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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.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

10/09/24

@ Y Combinator

At Y Combinator, we emphasize understanding the past to build effective strategies for the future, especially in this rapidly evolving AI landscape.