I suspect it's because many can't save that much early in their career and may not want to bet their life savings. Alternatively, VC interest is both a cheap e

I suspect it's because many can't save that much early in their career and may not want to bet their life savings. Alternatively, VC interest is both a cheap experiment in market fit and a boost to your brand. Media is more likely to report on your little startup if it's a YC darling and marketing or sales are at least as important as engineering.