Jared Heyman · 5 September 2026 · Industry Analysis

On the YC S26 batch — Return of the Atoms

Jared Heyman, Founder @ Rebel Fund

Analysis of Y Combinator's S26 batch reveals a trend toward hardware and physical products (atoms) rather than pure software, suggesting a shift in founder focus and investor appetite.

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