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ACTIVE
Global HQ
Mountain View, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Pre-Seed
  • Seed
  • Series A
Industries
  • Fintech
  • AI
  • Blockchain
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Data science
About
Y Combinator (YC) is a leading seed accelerator and startup fund that has played a transformative role in the entrepreneurial landscape, backing over a thousand innovative companies, including household names like Airbnb and Stripe, collectively valued at more than $300 billion. By offering robust funding, mentorship, and a comprehensive suite of resources, YC empowers founders at the inception stage to refine their ideas, develop their business models, and navigate the complexities of scaling. With a strong emphasis on community and collaboration, Y Combinator fosters an environment where aspiring entrepreneurs can connect, learn, and thrive. Its commitment to nurturing the next generation of startups continues to set the standard in the venture capital ecosystem.
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Investment Thesis

Y Combinator provides startups with a comprehensive support system to ensure they have a disproportionate advantage. They invest in earlystage startups regardless of their age or revenue stage.
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