Y Combinator Winter 2016 (W16) Companies

Able Health provides software for physician organizations to administer value-based care programs, including quality measure calculation and health plan coordination to reduce administrative overhead.

2 investors

Algoriz offers an AI-powered platform where users can define automated trading strategies using natural language instructions instead of code.

1 investor

AlphaFlow manages portfolios of short-term real estate loans by purchasing loans from bridge lenders who finance fix-and-flip properties, serving both institutional investors and smaller investors through its technology platform.

6 investors

AmberBox develops gunshot detection systems that automatically identify and report shootings to first responders in real time. The technology is designed for US public and commercial buildings to enable faster emergency response.

2 investors

Anchor Health provides software, hardware, and operational systems for home health care agencies and distributed provider networks.

1 investor

Apollo provides an AI-powered platform designed for go-to-market teams to improve sales and marketing productivity. The platform offers features like prospect data, email tracking, and custom scoring to help sales and marketing professionals work more efficiently.

10 investors

Astranis manufactures small, high-powered geosynchronous satellites equipped with advanced digital processing technology for global telecommunications and connectivity services.

33 investors

Bonsai is an all-in-one platform for agencies and small businesses that combines project management, time tracking, invoicing, and client relationship management in a single integrated system. The platform is designed to help teams manage projects, client workflows, and payments efficiently.

3 investors

Boom Supersonic develops supersonic aircraft and engines, including the Overture commercial airliner and the Symphony turbofan engine, targeting commercial aviation and advanced infrastructure applications.

23 investors

Bus.com provides charter and transit transportation services for enterprise and government organizations across North America. The company operates a platform for group mobility solutions and has become a carbon-efficient transportation leader.

4 investors

Caper builds AI-powered smart shopping carts equipped with GPS and computer vision for grocery stores. The carts enable self-checkout and in-store analytics for retailers.

4 investors

Carbic manufactures ultrasonic sensors that attach to pipes to measure fluid flow and detect anomalies in high-throughput systems; the company processes the sensor data using physics models and machine learning to help oil and gas operators, water utilities, and other industrial customers monitor operations, reduce spills, and prevent theft.

1 investor

Castle builds trust infrastructure for the modern internet, helping organizations detect and prevent fraud and account takeover attacks. The company serves enterprise and mid-market customers requiring security and identity verification solutions.

4 investors

Chatfuel provides AI agents that autonomously handle customer inquiries, booking management, advertising, and business strategy for small businesses and service-based companies. The platform operates 24/7 to manage tasks typically requiring multiple human team members.

3 investors

Chillabit is a social feed platform where students share thoughts, questions, and stories with their peers. The service aggregates content from the people and communities around them.

1 investor

Compgun provides software that tracks and manages sales commissions in real time, giving sales teams and managers visibility into payouts and performance metrics throughout the period.

1 investor

ConstructVR provides software for businesses to test, manage, and distribute VR and AR applications across multiple installations.

1 investor

Copia is a surplus redistribution platform that connects food waste from businesses and organizations to people facing food insecurity. The company provides donation tools ranging from individual contributions to enterprise programs across multiple locations.

3 investors

A mobile application that lets users photograph items to obtain insurance quotes from multiple carriers. Cover connects customers with insurance companies and brokers to cover vehicles, phones, pets, jewelry, homes, boats, and other property.

1 investor

Daily provides WebRTC-based infrastructure that enables developers to build voice, video, and real-time AI applications. The platform serves product teams and enterprises globally who need communications and real-time capabilities.

7 investors

Deako manufactures smart home electrical switches and controls that enable wireless dimming, scheduling, and automation for residential applications. The company serves builders, electricians, and home integrators seeking connected switch solutions.

3 investors

Deepgram builds foundational voice AI technology that enables speech-to-text, audio intelligence, text-to-speech, and voice agent APIs for businesses to create natural voice interactions. The company serves enterprises and developers across multiple industries seeking to integrate advanced voice capabilities into their applications and customer experiences.

17 investors

/dev/color is a career accelerator and community organization for Black software engineers, technologists, and executives. It provides peer mentorship programs, professional development, and accountability partnerships for tech companies committed to racial equity and representation in engineering leadership.

1 investor

A mobile app that enables diabetes patients to adjust insulin dosages with remote physician guidance, bypassing the need for scheduled appointments.

1 investor