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title: Y Combinator's Corgi Denies Open-Source Theft Claims
description: "\"Discover the truth behind the allegations against insurtech startup Corgi, accused of unethical AI practices. Y Combinator denies any wrongdoing. Read more.\""
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# [Y Combinator's Corgi Denies Open-Source Theft Claims](https://insnerds.com/news/y-combinators-corgi-denies-open-source-theft-claims)

 Written by [Insurance Nerds Editorial Team](https://insnerds.com/news/author/insurance-nerds-editorial-team) | Jun 26, 2026 10:49:27 PM

## Insurtech Startup Corgi Responds to Open-Source Theft Allegations

Insurtech startup Corgi, a part of Y Combinator's portfolio, is facing allegations from Papermark regarding unethical practices related to AI coding. The claims, which bring attention to ongoing concerns about ethics in AI, have been denied by Corgi.

**Original Source:** [https://www.techbuzz.ai/articles/y-combinator-s-corgi-denies-open-source-theft-claims](https://www.techbuzz.ai/articles/y-combinator-s-corgi-denies-open-source-theft-claims)

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