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AYC Fund

YC W22

Seoul, KR · Founded 2021 · 1 employees · 9 known investors

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AYC Fund is an AI-driven quantitative trading firm that combines machine-learning research and automated execution to manage private systematic investment programs for qualified clients in digital assets. The firm operates under YC backing and serves institutional investors through dedicated investment vehicles.

Also known as 10 minute squad · 10 minute squad / 10분특공대 · Sync

AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3FintechArtificial IntelligenceCrypto / Web3FinanceTradingCryptocurrencySouth KoreaEast Asia

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)

AYC Fund was founded in 2021 by MJ Kim.

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MJ KimFounderMJ Kim is the founder and CEO of AYC Fund, an AI-driven quantitative trading firm that provides systematic investment programs for institutional clients in digital assets.

Investors · 9

Olive Tree Capitallisted by Olive Tree CapitalBoston

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Agrolimen Venturesreported

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Goodwater CapitalreportedBurlingame · $5M – $50M

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Jam FundreportedLos Angeles · $500K – $20M

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Partech VenturesreportedParis · $200K – $50M

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Strong Ventures, LlcreportedLos Angeles · $100K – $1M

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TA VenturesreportedFrankfurt am Main · $100K – $1M

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Tekton VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $100K – $1M

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Frequently asked questions

What does AYC Fund do?
AYC Fund is an AI-driven quantitative trading firm that combines machine-learning research and automated execution to manage private systematic investment programs for qualified clients in digital assets. The firm operates under YC backing and serves institutional investors through dedicated investment vehicles.
Who founded AYC Fund?
AYC Fund was founded by MJ Kim in 2021.
Who are AYC Fund's investors?
AYC Fund's investors include Y Combinator, Olive Tree Capital, Agrolimen Ventures, Goodwater Capital, Jam Fund, Partech Ventures, Strong Ventures, Llc, TA Ventures and 1 more.
Where is AYC Fund headquartered?
AYC Fund is headquartered in Seoul, KR.