Definition
Decacorns are the 0.1% of venture-backed startups. Examples include Stripe, SpaceX, Epic Games, and Shein. GitDealFlow's data shows decacorns had top-quartile engineering velocity at every stage of growth — team execution is the common thread.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many decacorns exist?
Approximately 50-70 globally. Most are in enterprise SaaS, fintech, or AI/ML. GitDealFlow tracks engineering acceleration patterns that have historically preceded decacorn-level growth.