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Y Combinator Cast

11/23/24

@ Y Combinator

Vertical AI agents are designed for specific tasks, like automating customer support for niche markets, which makes them more efficient than general-purpose solutions.

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Vertical AI Agents Could Be 10X Bigger Than SaaS

@ Y Combinator

Vertical AI Agents Could Be 10X Bigger Than SaaS

11/23/24

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Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

Vertical AI agents are thriving because they can have direct meetings with end buyers, quickly adapting their prompts based on real-time feedback.

Y Combinator Cast

11/23/24

@ Y Combinator

The early winners in the AI space may be general-purpose solutions, but vertical AI agents will emerge as industries develop and require more specialized tools.

Jared Friedman

11/23/24

@ Y Combinator

Vertical AI agents are set to replace entire teams and functions within enterprises, showcasing a significant evolution in AI capabilities.

Amit Bendov

05/20/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Task-specific AI agents are crucial for enterprise adoption, as they can handle specific tasks effectively without replacing human accountability.

Y Combinator Cast

11/23/24

@ Y Combinator

Vertical AI agents could potentially be ten times larger than the SaaS companies they disrupt, as they can replace not only software but also reduce payroll costs significantly.

Amit Bendov

05/20/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The line between simple automation and AI agents is not always clear, but task-specific agents can significantly enhance productivity.

Sequoia Capital Cast

05/07/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Evidence shows that vertical agents can outperform human experts in specific tasks, such as security and DevOps, indicating a promising future for AI in specialized roles.

Amit Bendov

05/20/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Task-specific AI agents are crucial for enterprise adoption, while human accountability remains essential even as AI automates routine sales tasks.

Tal Raviv

05/02/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

AI agents can help automate low-risk, high-impact tasks, allowing product managers to focus on more strategic aspects of their roles.