And people on kickstarter. But it would probably get no play here if it were just another pie-in-the-sky kickstarter game rather than being backed by YC.

They did say they were backed by SV investors in their kickstarter, though, I'm not sure if that had anything to do with their success there.

I can see why you would say that other investors should do their own research, but many people view a YC investment as a vote of confidence in the company in question. Your view makes me curious about how you think about the role of an incubator. Like...are there any lines YC could cross? Does their investment in a company reflect on them at all? What value do they provide other than seed money to companies?

YC provides seed money. No one should rely on YC for due diligence.

> JobCompany (YC W20) Is Hiring and you want to join!

This website trains people to rely on the YC endorsement.

I understand if you don't think people should, but I agree with the sentiment YC has some responsibility to do a better job vetting.