# The 11 standout startups from YC's Demo Day, according to VCs

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> **Published:** 2026-06-18T19:52:19.000Z  
> **Category:** PRODUCT_LAUNCH  
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> **Primary Source:** [TechCrunch Startups](https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/18/the-11-standout-startups-from-ycs-demo-day-according-to-vcs)  
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## Executive Summary
TechCrunch spoke to investors to find the hottest startups in the Spring 2026 YC batch. Some of them commanded valuations of over $175 million, VCs said.

## Referenced Coverage & Sources
- **[TechCrunch Startups](https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/18/the-11-standout-startups-from-ycs-demo-day-according-to-vcs)**: The 11 standout startups from YC's Demo Day, according to VCs — _TechCrunch spoke to investors to find the hottest startups in the Spring 2026 YC batch. Some of them commanded valuations of over $175 million, VCs said._

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