Sam Lessin
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GP at Slow Ventures; posts on seed economics, portfolio return math, and how early‑stage investors construct high‑upside portfolios.
Social•Apr 1, 2026
When Y Combinator Might Replace Founders with In‑House Apps
At what point does YC decide they don't need the founders, and can just make the 50 apps they want for demo day themselves and own more? :)
By Sam Lessin
Social•Mar 31, 2026
Airlines Turning Into ISPs: United’s Starlink Strategy
Starbucks was a very successful ISP (disguised as a commodity coffee shop pre-5G). Next up is United with Starlink (a flying-ISP disguiesed as a commodity airline). Selling people connectivity where they otherwise have none is a very good business.
By Sam Lessin