DiligenceSquared, a YC Fall 2025 cohort startup, is offering private‑equity firms AI‑driven commercial research that rivals traditional consulting at a fraction of the price. Co‑founders Frederik Hansen and Søren Biltoft apply their deep PE diligence experience to run AI voice interviews with target company customers, while senior human consultants verify the insights. The model enables firms to obtain detailed, consultant‑quality reports for as little as $50,000, prompting earlier engagement in deal pipelines. Backed by a $5 million seed round led by former Index Ventures partner Damir Becirovic, the company competes with firms like Bridgetown Research. Read more →