Members of Technical Staff Y Combinator Demo Day F25, with Spor
Dec 11, 2025
In a thrilling recap of Y Combinator's Demo Day F25, the hosts explore the transformative impact YC has on San Francisco's tech scene. They break down what Demo Day represents for founders and investors alike. Attendees share insights and lively interactions, while social media reactions and controversies surrounding YC spark debate. The discussion touches on skyrocketing valuations and dilution trade-offs, all wrapped up with the duo's light-hearted banter about the event's quirks.
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YC Drives San Francisco's Tech Revival
- YC's expansion to four batches a year made it a persistent physical and cultural force in San Francisco.
- Justin says YC alumni presence and frequent cohorts revive local tech activity and hiring demand.
YC Raises Valuations And Local Demand
- YC companies often fetch higher valuations and attract more hiring and investment attention.
- Jayden connects YC activity to rising Dogpatch rents and a local economic 'boom loop'.
Use Demo Day To Showcase And Raise
- Treat Demo Day as the batch culmination and a focused investor showcase opportunity.
- Justin advises founders to use it to demo shipped product, meet investors, and build batch camaraderie.