Y Combinator Winter 2018 (W18) Companies

NutriGene publishes articles and guides about superfood supplements such as spirulina, chlorella, and moringa, covering their health, skin, and hair benefits. The site functions as a consumer-focused content resource on nutritional supplements and wellness.

1 investor

Nuvocargo provides software and services for cross-border freight management between the US and Mexico, targeting global brands and logistics companies seeking to improve efficiency in North American supply chains.

13 investors

Observant develops driver attention monitoring systems for autonomous vehicle safety. The company serves vehicle manufacturers and operators transitioning toward fully autonomous operations.

2 investors

Observe.AI builds an AI agent platform that enables businesses to deploy specialized autonomous agents to handle customer conversations, support frontline teams, and optimize contact center operations. The platform serves enterprise companies across customer experience and contact center functions.

10 investors

Onederful provides an API that gives dental practice software platforms real-time access to patient insurance eligibility and benefits information, enabling coverage verification, treatment plan estimates, and reduced claim rejections. Now part of Vyne Dental, the product connects dental offices to payers and pairs with Vyne Trellis, a dental revenue cycle management and billing platform.

2 investors

Openland is a messaging platform that enables users to create and manage chat-based communities focused on connecting people through shared interests and facilitating discussion.

2 investors

Courtyard.io is a marketplace and tokenization service that enables users to own and trade physical collectible cards on the blockchain, with options to store them vaulted, sell them, or redeem the NFT for physical delivery.

21 investors

Orangewood develops industrial robots for bin picking, visual inspection, powder coating, bartending, and spray painting tasks. The company targets manufacturing and industrial operations seeking to automate repetitive or hazardous tasks.

1 investor

OSIMple provides software that lets inspectors conduct inspections on tablets and automatically generate completed forms, reducing time spent on administrative work. The platform serves both bridge and home inspectors.

1 investor

OurMenu operates a web-based food ordering system for restaurant diners who scan a table QR code to browse menus, place orders, and pay without speaking to waitstaff. The company charges restaurants a monthly subscription fee and monetizes aggregated ordering data.

1 investor

Ovipost farms insects and worms to produce protein by converting organic waste, positioning insect farming as a sustainable protein source and upcycling solution.

1 investor

Pagedraw was a UI code generation tool that allowed developers to design interfaces and automatically generate JSX code. The product has been discontinued and released as open source.

1 investor

Pelago is a virtual clinic that partners with employers and health plans to provide substance use disorder treatment and management services. The platform offers individual and discreet treatment for individuals struggling with substance misuse, from unhealthy habits to clinical substance use disorders.

8 investors

Persephone Biosciences develops a synbiotic (probiotic and prebiotic combination) supplement for infants designed to replenish key beneficial gut bacteria. The product targets parents seeking to support their babies' digestive health, immune development, and overall microbiome health.

6 investors

Players' Lounge is a wagering platform that allows gamers to compete in head-to-head matches or tournaments for cash prizes. It serves competitive casual gamers seeking alternative revenue streams beyond professional play or streaming.

8 investors

Plexus manufactures input gloves designed for virtual and augmented reality applications, enabling hand tracking and interaction in immersive environments.

1 investor

Point is a browser extension that allows users to save and quickly retrieve content they frequently send, such as email templates, links, images, and text snippets, to avoid retyping across the web.

1 investor

Precious is a photo editing and curation app for parents that automatically enhances iPhone photos of babies and children with frames, stickers, and creative artwork, and generates time-lapse videos to capture growth milestones.

1 investor

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7 investors

Proven Skincare provides personalized skincare routines for acne-prone skin based on a science-backed quiz assessment. The company sells a three-step system directly to consumers.

3 investors

Psylaris develops virtual reality tools for mental health practitioners to support exposure therapy, EMDR, and stress reduction as part of clinical treatment in Dutch mental health care settings. The platform enables therapists to guide sessions and monitor patient progress remotely.

1 investor

Pulse operates a marketplace where C-suite technology executives share knowledge and insights with each other and with software vendors. The platform serves both corporate buyers seeking peer perspectives and vendors looking to understand customer needs and inform product strategy.

3 investors

Quantstamp provides smart contract and blockchain security audits and verification services for Web3 and Web2 projects. The company serves developers and teams building decentralized applications, DeFi protocols, and blockchain infrastructure.

11 investors

Qulture.Rocks provides software for managing personnel, organizational goals, and workplace culture at startups and growth-stage companies. The platform includes tools for one-on-ones, performance evaluations, OKRs, feedback mechanisms, and peer recognition, with optional consultation on process design.

2 investors