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Leach Inc. Triumphs at YCombinator-Certified Hackathon

Leach Inc., headquartered in the Minato Ward of Tokyo, has made headlines by securing the prestigious 'Most Impressive Engineering Lift' award at the YCombinator (YC)-certified hackathon, 'c0mpiled-7: San Fransokyo', held on March 8th, 2026. This accolade was bestowed upon a team led by CEO Takuya Tominaga during a highly competitive event that attracted approximately 230 participants and showcased 65 innovative projects.

Overview of c0mpiled-7

The c0mpiled series is a renowned hackathon organized by Transpose Platform, investing in YC startups. The 7th edition, themed 'San Fransokyo', represents a blend of San Francisco creativity and Tokyo ingenuity. This event was structured around the YC Spring 2026 'Request for Startups' (RFS), offering seven categories from which teams could choose to develop their projects:

1. AI-Native Hedge Fund
2. AI-Native Agency
3. Cursor for PM
4. Stablecoin Financial Services
5. AI for Government
6. Modern Metal Mills
7. AI Guidance for Physical Work

The hackathon commenced at 9 AM and included team building, project development, and presentation sessions conducted entirely in English. Each team was given four hours to develop their product, culminating in a final presentation.

The Project: Origin

Leach’s team focused on creating 'Origin', an AI-native hedge fund designed to address the 'Synthesis Gap' that traditional institutional investors face. This gap often results in lengthy research cycles due to time-consuming analysis and compliance checks. Origin aims to replace these processes with a swarm of autonomous AI agents, significantly reducing execution time from 72 hours to just 12 seconds.

The team comprised four members:

• - Natalia Mykhaylova
• - Takuya Tominaga (Leach Inc. CEO)
• - Phat Nguyen
• - Azamat Erkinov

Remarkably, the team members came together for the first time during the event, managing to coordinate and complete their project within the limited time frame. Their innovative approach to facilitating faster and more effective financial analysis received high accolades from the judges.

Recognition and Awards

Leach’s engineering achievement was recognized as the 'Most Impressive Engineering Lift', an honor awarded for the most technically ambitious design among all participating teams. During the event, several other awards were distributed based on various criteria, including innovation and design. Leach's accomplishment stands out, particularly as a testament to the capabilities of international collaboration in tech development within pressured timelines.

Significance of the Hackathon Experience

Participating in hackathons like c0mpiled-7 not only enhances the technical skill set of the team but also fosters networking opportunities with leading engineers globally. This experience directly contributes to the product development capabilities within Leach, as evidenced by their services such as '突合.com' and 'Saturn', which emphasize rapid prototyping based on user feedback.

Moreover, being part of the YC ecosystem provides insights into global AI trends and latest startup developments, enriching their competitive edge in the market.

Continuing Success: Builders Weekend 2026

Just two weeks following their success at c0mpiled-7, Tominaga led another international team to victory at the Builders Weekend 2026 Tokyo, co-hosted by Digital Garage, where they won the 'VoiceOS Award'. This continuous achievement highlights Leach's capacity to excel under time constraints and contribute effectively to the tech landscape in Japan.

Future Prospects for Leach Inc.

Looking ahead, Leach plans to actively engage with startup events both domestically and internationally, focusing on revolutionary products that leverage generative AI, multi-agent architecture, and industry-specific AI operational systems. They are set to expand the functionality of their current offerings, including launching the dedicated AI systems for specific industries, thereby continuing to deliver functional generative AI solutions in the market.

Leach Inc. is on a journey to redefine the landscape of AI technology solutions, as their mission emphasizes providing comprehensive generative AI systems tailored for various industry needs. With a broader reach and enhanced service capabilities, the company aims to make a significant impact on the way AI is integrated into business operations across Japan and beyond.