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?? ?????????? ????’?? ???????????? ????????????????????: ?????????? ?? We’re excited to announce ?????????? ????’?? ???????? ????????????????????: Trace a Y Combinator ??????-?????????????company transforming customer service in financial services. ?? ?????? ?????????????????? Customer support is a major cost driver for banks and fintechs, consuming up to ????% ???? ????????, yet ????% ???? ?????????????????? switch providers due to poor service. ?? ?????? ???????????????? Trace’s AI-powered voice agents don’t just answer inquiries, they take action, like replacing lost cards or tracking payments. This drives cost savings, efficiency, and better customer retention. ?? ???????? ?????? ???????????????? ?? Saner Cakir(CEO) – AI & robotics researcher, UC Berkeley alum, co-developed an AI surgical copilot at UCSF. ?? Kayla Lee (COO) – NLP expert, Berkeley alum, national-level athlete, co-built the AI surgical copilot. ?? Yash Vardhan Pansari (CTO) – Stanford & Berkeley-trained mathematician, ex-Quant Researcher at Optiver & Goldman Sachs. We look forward to supporting Trace’s journey in redefining financial customer service! ?? Arzu Tekir Cigdem Toraman Didem Altop #AI #Fintech #VC #CustomerExperience #venturecapital #AIVoiceAgent #AIAgent

The tempo of US early stage startups is truly compelling. Take a quick read to learn more about the dynamics behind the level of agility we are observing as Treeo VC.

?? YC W25 Demo Day: AI Takes Center Stage! Treeo VC was on the ground at Y Combinator’s Winter 2025 Demo Day at The Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco. Our General Partners, Arzu Tekir and Cigdem Toraman, were there in person, while Didem Altop followed the pitches online from Miami. The energy was electrifying, and one thing was crystal clear: AI is no longer just a tool, it’s the backbone of the next wave of disruptive startups. 133 of the 160 startups in this batch are leveraging AI to reshape industries, from autonomous AI agents in finance, sales, and customer support to voice AI solutions that seamlessly integrate with enterprise operations. Key Trends We Observed: ?? Rise of Agentic Infrastructure – Startups like Asteroid and Truffle AI are building platforms that enable AI agents to function independently, making decisions without human intervention. ?? Voice AI Revolution – Companies like Calltree, Leaping AI, and Trace are redefining customer interactions, replacing manual call center tasks with AI-driven solutions. ?? Enterprise Automation – Startups such as Copycat and Ergo are eliminating repetitive tasks, allowing businesses to optimize workflows with minimal human effort. ?? AI in Software Development – Confident AI is helping engineering teams ensure AI models are production-ready, marking a crucial step for AI-powered software. The Infrastructure of the AI Ecosystem ?? YC W25 Demo Day highlighted a key trend: A new wave of AI startups is focused on creating solutions tailored for emerging AI products. There is a significant emphasis on developer tools and agentic approaches, as well as solutions for model deployment, debugging, and optimization. These elements are crucial in shaping the future of AI infrastructure. Other Noteworthy Insights ?? Software development cycles are shorter than ever – Startups are shipping products at an unprecedented pace, demonstrating rapid iteration and execution. ?? Pivots are paying off – Several startups made bold pivots during the program and gained impressive traction in just a few weeks. The agility of these founders is remarkable. ?? The trend of university dropouts continues – As in previous years, we saw ambitious founders leaving top graduate and PhD programs to chase their startup dreams, further proof that YC attracts the brightest minds willing to take big risks. ?? The Treeo VC team was deeply impressed by the caliber of founders and the innovative solutions presented. We’ve already set our sights on one standout startup from the W25 batch and will be making a final investment decision in the coming days. Stay tuned! Y Combinator Demo Day once again proves that the AI revolution isn’t coming, it’s here. Companies that fail to integrate AI into their operations risk being left behind. At Treeo VC, we’re excited to back the next generation of AI-driven disruptors! #YCW25 #TreeoVC #AIRevolution #StartupInvesting #VentureCapital ??

The tempo of US early stage startups is truly compelling. Take a quick read to learn more about the dynamics behind the level of agility we are observing as Treeo VC.

?? Breaking the Mold: Women in VC Are More Than a Statistic Venture capital loves to talk about “disrupting industries.” But here’s a disruption that’s long overdue: More women writing the checks. ?? Only 14% of check writers in US VC firms are female. ?? Two-thirds of VC firms have zero women at the GP level. ? Just 4% of firms are led by a solo female GP. Treeo VC? We’re built different. Three female GPs. 28% female LPs. 30% of our investments backing female co-founders. Because when women hold the pen, they don’t just sign checks, they rewrite the rules. The future? It’s funding more women, elevating more decision-makers, and proving that diverse investments drive bigger returns. Who’s with us? ?? Arzu Tekir | Cigdem Toraman | Didem Altop ?Mine (Kocadag) Dedekoca #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInVC #InvestInWomen

I'm excited to share that I'll be in Las Vegas from March 17-20 speaking at the Transform Conference, one of the premier events for innovation and business transformation in 2025. This is an incredible opportunity to exchange ideas with forward-thinking professionals and discuss potential partnerships in this dynamic ecosystem. As part of my visit, I'll also be representing Treeo VC, where we're actively looking for visionary founders and groundbreaking ideas that align with our investment targets. I'm looking forward to connecting with: ?? Founders building the next breakthrough startups ?? Fellow investors exploring new opportunities ?? Industry professionals interested in potential collaborations Have a project you'd like to discuss or just want to connect?? My calendar is open for meetings during my stay. Book a slot here: https://lnkd.in/dTurA8_G Looking forward to meaningful conversations and exploring how we might build something great together! #TransformConference #VentureCapital #LasVegas #TreeoVC #Startups #Investing #NetworkingOpportunity

Update 2: March 13th and 14th are fully booked-wow! ?? New slots are now open on March 11th. Thanks, and looking forward to meeting you in SF ?? -- Update 1: March 13th slots are booked—new slots are available on March 14th -- ?? San Francisco, get ready! ?? On March 13, two powerhouses in the startup ecosystem, Arzu Tekir and Cigdem Toraman, will be in town-ready to connect with brilliant minds shaping the future! ?? Where? Pop-up workspace LANS, Mission District ?? When? March 13th, 09:00 am - 3:00 pm Who should join? ?? Stealth-mode startups on the brink of something big ?? Brilliant graduate & PhD engineering students building their own startups ?? Investors seeking the next big idea ?? Pre-Seed & Seed-stage startups currently raising (or soon to be!) This is your chance to meet, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections. Book a slot here: https://lnkd.in/eJXqjiw6 #SanFrancisco #Startups #Investors #Networking #Entrepreneurship

?? Meet our Cigdem Toraman's AI Clone-Powered by Eachlabs! As part of their mission to build a highly curated AI model marketplace, Eachlabs is revolutionizing AI inference by offering both third-party and proprietary AI models. Their platform is bridging the gap between AI innovation and real-world applications, making AI adoption more seamless than ever. At Treeo VC, we invest in AI-native B2B startups that push the boundaries of technology, and Eachlabs is doing just that. We’re thrilled to be part of their journey and can’t wait to see how they shape the future of AI optimization and accessibility. ??? Watch the video to see Cigdem’s AI clone in action! "Eachlabs is building a highly curated marketplace for AI inference models, offering both third-party and proprietary AI models. At such a pivotal time in AI optimization efforts, Treeo VC is excited to support the visionary journey of Eachlabs and its talented team."

Welcome, Eachlabs! ?? We’re thrilled to announce our first investment of 2025- Eachlabs, a game-changing AI model marketplace empowering developers worldwide! ??? Eachlabs is redefining how AI models are integrated, offering a drag-and-drop workflow engine that simplifies video, image, audio, and text generation. In just six months, they’ve: ? Onboarded 4,000+ developers across 65 countries ? Reached nearly $1M in ARR ? Built a marketplace with 150+ AI-powered tools At Treeo VC, we invest in bold immigrant founders building AI-native B2B solutions, and Eachlabs embodies that vision. We can’t wait to support their journey as they scale and revolutionize AI development. #TreeoVC #AI #Startups #VentureCapital #Investment #EachLabs #TechInnovation

Ask Me Anything: Startup Challenges, Business Ideas, U.S. Market Strategies & Investor Readiness Building a startup is tough. Whether you're refining an idea, tackling product-market fit, or figuring out how to break into the U.S. market, as Treeo VC, we are here to help. At Treeo VC, we focus on AI-native B2B startups led by Turkish and other immigrant founders—so if you’re in this space, we would love to connect. I’m opening Ask Me Anything office hours for early-stage founders to discuss: * Startup challenges & pivots * New business ideas & validation * Entering & scaling in the U.S. market * U.S. investor readiness Available times: * Thursdays & Fridays | 8:30 AM - 11 PM ET * Saturdays | 10 AM - 6 PM ET Book a slot here: https://lnkd.in/daXEQ_vW Looking forward to listening and helping you navigate the startup journey. Let’s make things happen! #Startups #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #B2B #AI #TurkishFounders #ImmigrantFounders #USMarket #AMA #TreeoVC