Y Combinator Winter 2022 (W22) Companies

Netmaker provides a WireGuard-based VPN and secure connectivity platform for managing networks across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments. It serves organizations needing encrypted, peer-to-peer network connectivity with centralized orchestration and remote access capabilities.

1 investor

Singular was an NFT trading exchange that provided analytics, advanced technical analysis tools, and gas-free listing cancellations for professional traders; the company shut down in 2024 due to prolonged NFT market downturn and unsustainable operating costs.

1 investor

nGrow provides AI-driven email and push notification software for mobile apps, online stores, and games. The platform uses predictive user segmentation, optimized timing and frequency, and AI-powered copywriting to improve user engagement without requiring SDK implementation.

1 investor

Nira provides software tools that replicate ISO interconnection study processes for power generation developers and grid operators to evaluate transmission injection capacity and interconnection feasibility. The platform helps developers make siting decisions and transmission planners conduct reliability studies.

2 investors

Nophin develops Cresa, an AI tool that screens commercial real estate deals and analyzes acquisition documents for multifamily investment teams, enabling them to focus on higher-value opportunities.

1 investor

Northwind operates a telemedicine platform connecting patients with dermatologists for diagnosis and treatment of chronic skin conditions including psoriasis and atopic eczema, offering customized treatment plans and a line of proprietary topical medications with ongoing follow-up care.

2 investors

Nullstone provides a developer-focused platform for self-service cloud infrastructure management across multiple providers, eliminating the need for DevOps expertise. The platform automates deployment, environment configuration, and observability for container, serverless, and static applications.

1 investor

Numida provides digital financial services including credit, savings, insurance, and payments to micro and small businesses in Africa. The company uses data-driven insights to build financial products tailored for growth.

4 investors

Nyckel is a machine learning platform that builds custom classification and decision models from user data without requiring data science expertise. The service caters to developers and businesses that need consistent, fast predictions on images, text, and tabular data.

1 investor

Offbeast manufactures plant-based whole-cut steaks using a proprietary fiber-alignment technology to achieve texture comparable to conventional meat products. The company serves consumers seeking plant-based alternatives to traditional beef.

3 investors

Ole offers an app-based fashion delivery service that lets customers try clothes at home while a driver waits, keeping only desired items and returning unwanted pieces immediately.

1 investor

Olympian Motors designs and manufactures electric vehicles with minimalist aesthetics and sustainable materials, targeting entrepreneurs and creative professionals. The company integrates modular vehicle architecture with AI-powered operating systems to deliver an experience-focused alternative to conventional EVs.

2 investors

Omoi is a digital subscription service for reading licensed manga across multiple genres and publishers. The platform serves manga fans with content from publishers like Kodansha and J-Novel Club, as well as exclusive series licensed from Japan.

1 investor

Onboard is a software platform for post-sale teams to manage customer onboarding workflows and timelines centrally. It serves customer success, implementation, and onboarding teams at growing companies where onboarding complexity and revenue impact are significant.

1 investor

Onyx provides digital banking and wealth management services to young professionals with high income or significant illiquid assets from entrepreneurship, investing, or technology roles.

2 investors

Optery removes personal information from the internet by helping consumers opt out of data brokers and people search sites that collect and sell their data. The platform provides visibility into where personal information is exposed online and automates the opt-out process.

2 investors

Orca offers a mobile banking platform targeting young adults, featuring peer-to-peer money transfers, group bill-splitting, local merchant discounts, and integrated spending and savings tools.

1 investor

Origami Therapeutics is a preclinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing protein degrader therapeutics to treat neurodegenerative diseases, starting with Huntington's disease. The company uses a proprietary platform that harnesses the body's natural protein disposal system to degrade disease-causing proteins.

1 investor

Oto is a tinnitus management program combining professional audiologist care with a mobile app delivering cognitive behavioral therapy exercises, soundscapes, and mindfulness techniques. The service serves adults living with tinnitus seeking clinical support and daily digital tools.

4 investors

Ozone provides a cloud-based video editor that allows multiple users to collaborate on projects simultaneously. The platform serves video creators and production teams looking for an alternative to traditional single-user desktop editing software.

1 investor

Palitronica develops physics-based hardware assurance solutions that use radio-frequency signal analysis and machine learning to detect defects, counterfeits, unauthorized design changes, and malicious tampering in electronics. The company serves manufacturers and purchasers in automotive, aerospace & defense, government, medical, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

1 investor

Pantore Pay offers working capital credit to Brazilian businesses, enabling them to pay suppliers and manage cash flow with weekly repayment terms. The platform provides flexible credit lines that grow based on payment history, accessible through a mobile app.

1 investor

Partna provides payment infrastructure for cross-border transactions across Africa using stablecoins as the settlement layer. The company serves crypto apps, fintechs, and global businesses operating in the region.

2 investors

PayCaddy provides a platform that allows Latin American companies to launch financial products including digital wallets, payment automation, and card issuance through API integration rather than building from scratch or using traditional banks.

5 investors