Y Combinator Winter 2021 (W21) Companies

Venu automates event production and management for businesses looking to generate qualified sales leads through in-person networking events. The platform uses AI-powered matchmaking and logistics automation to help companies host high-quality events with minimal manual overhead.

1 investor

Verak provides property insurance for small and medium-sized businesses in India, covering facilities like shops and warehouses against natural and man-made disasters, with coverage available the next day starting at ₹8 per day and delivered through WhatsApp-based claims processing.

3 investors

Version Story builds a platform for legal teams to manage document versions and collaboration using a Git-inspired version-control model. The product is designed to simplify document management and editing workflows for lawyers and legal professionals.

1 investor

Voosh provides an automation platform for restaurant brands to manage delivery and marketplace operations, including dispute resolution, review responses, financial reconciliation, and promotions across multiple third-party delivery platforms.

2 investors

Wasp is a full-stack web framework that reduces boilerplate code and provides built-in structure for web application development. It helps developers, particularly those working with AI, build applications with less code and fewer security vulnerabilities.

4 investors

Waydev is an engineering intelligence platform that analyzes code activity and toolchain data to surface visibility into software development processes and measure engineering team productivity. The platform serves enterprise engineering teams seeking to understand and optimize their development workflows, including AI adoption impact and team performance metrics.

3 investors

Waypoint provides an email layer designed for software teams building SaaS products, marketplaces, and fintech applications. The company was launched in 2023 and focuses on simplifying product email integration.

1 investor

Webiny is an AI-programmable headless CMS platform that enables developers to build and extend content systems using AI and code, with ready-made apps including a CMS, website builder, and file manager.

5 investors

Weekday is a recruitment and talent marketplace platform offering job browsing, AI-powered resume screening, salary insights, and company culture reviews for both job seekers and employers.

1 investor

WeWeb is a no-code platform for building web applications and full-stack applications, designed for both coders and non-coders. The platform integrates frontend, backend, and AI capabilities to enable users to create and deploy complete applications without extensive coding.

4 investors

Worksphere provides a platform for companies to coordinate hybrid work arrangements, allowing employees to book desks and see colleague availability while helping organizations reduce real estate costs.

1 investor

Wyndly provides personalized allergy treatment through board-certified doctors, delivering clinical immunotherapy and testing directly to patients' homes without requiring office visits. The company serves individuals seeking modern, accessible allergy care with remote consultations and continuous physician support.

3 investors

YourQuote is a social platform where Indian users publish and share short-form written content, with a userbase of approximately 2.5 million writers.

1 investor

Z1 offers a mobile banking application and linked prepaid card for teenagers and young adults in Latin America, enabling account holders to manage spending, receive income from jobs and side work, and build financial skills.

5 investors

Zealth develops remote monitoring software that enables hospitals to track cancer patients after discharge and provide continuous automated support for managing treatment side effects and symptoms at home.

1 investor

Zepto operates a network of micro-warehouses across Indian cities to provide rapid grocery delivery to consumers. The company has built a logistics infrastructure designed to fulfill orders within minutes.

10 investors

Ziina is a mobile payment platform operating in the UAE that enables businesses and individuals to send, receive, and accept contactless payments through iOS and Android devices.

9 investors

Zingbus is a bus ticketing and transportation service operating across 500+ cities in 18+ states across North, West, and South India, offering online ticket bookings through its website and mobile app. The company provides various passenger benefits including travel insurance, cancellation flexibility, and carbon-neutral ride options.

5 investors

Zoko integrates WhatsApp messaging capabilities with Shopify stores, allowing merchants to sell products, market to customers, and provide support through WhatsApp conversations.

2 investors