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Y Combinator (YC) is a well-regarded startup accelerator program that has been successful in launching numerous startups. The current CEO, Garry Tan, has refocused the program to cater to early-stage founders and has scaled back operations to maintain its original mission. However, there is a growing discrepancy between YC's image as an outsider and its increasing influence in the tech industry. Despite some controversy surrounding Tan's leadership and involvement in political activism, YC continues to provide valuable resources and opportunities for founders, contributing to the success of companies like Stripe and Brex. [Extracted from the article]