Linus Talacko

Linus Talacko is a serial AI entrepreneur, co-founding Lyrebird Health and Den, both focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems. His entrepreneurial journey began at a young age, co-founding Lyrebird Health at 19 and subsequently leading Den through the Y Combinator X25 batch. ycombinator+3

As the Co-Founder and CTO of Lyrebird Health, he played a pivotal role in developing an AI medical scribing tool that streamlined clinical documentation, saving doctors significant time. Under his leadership, Lyrebird Health scaled its team to over 50 people, secured $12 million in funding, and expanded internationally. startmate+3

At Den, Linus focuses on building accessible AI agents for knowledge workers, striving to make AI automation available beyond just engineers. He emphasizes adaptability, continuous learning, and strategic decision-making in a rapidly evolving AI landscape, contributing to tools that enhance productivity and collaboration. ycombinator+3

Linus possesses a strong blend of business and technical skills, holding a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Computer Science from Monash University. This academic background, combined with practical experience from hackathons and internships, has equipped him to lead and innovate in the AI startup ecosystem. startmate+1