POPA ReconY Combinator’s Locus Founder Turns a Text Message Into a Business
Y Combinator’s Locus Founder Turns a Text Message Into a Business Y Combinator has unveiled Locus Founder, an AI agent that lets users text a business idea via iMessage, SMS, or Telegram and then handles the rest. The system can research markets using 40+ paid data APIs, generate branding, and even build full-stack websites. Beyond setup, the agent can source products and run outbound marketing campaigns, including short-form video ads posted on Meta. The launch positions Locus as more than a chatbot — it is designed to act like an autonomous business operator. Locus Founder also supports…
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