Hyper Online

Company Overview

Hyper Online, formerly known as Flock, Flocknet, and Hyper, is a San Francisco-based company operating in the consumer and social sub-industry. Launched on August 12, 2020, Hyper Online aims to build the largest avatar platform in the world, starting with VTubing. The company is a part of YCombinator's S20 batch and is supported by several notable investors including Amazon, Two Sigma Ventures, MakersFund, and YCombinator.

VTubing App

Hyper Online's flagship product is its VTubing app, which has become the #1 VTubing app on iOS in the United States. The app leverages cutting-edge technologies in Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, and Social Networking to offer users an immersive experience in VTubing. This app aligns with the company's mission to create the largest avatar platform in the world.

Funding and Investors

Hyper Online has secured seed funding from prominent investors such as Amazon, Two Sigma Ventures, MakersFund, and YCombinator, among others. These investments have bolstered the company's capabilities in developing advanced VTubing technologies and expanding its reach in the social entertainment space.

Founding and Launch

Hyper Online was launched on August 12, 2020, in San Francisco, California. The company’s founding mission is to build the largest avatar platform globally, beginning with its focus on VTubing. As part of YCombinator's S20 batch, the company has rapidly gained traction in the consumer and social subindustry.

Team and Locations

Hyper Online operates with a small team of 7 members based in San Francisco, CA. The company has a flexible working structure with team members located in the United States, Canada, and partly remote setups. This allows them to tap into a diverse range of talents and perspectives to drive innovation in their VTubing platform.