The 8 Hottest Teenage Startup Founders In The World Right Now

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This focus means that those with good ideas and drive can do extremely well for themselves - no matter what age they happen to be.

While many young tech entrepreneurs are fresh college graduates, a number of rising stars in Silicon Valley aren't even 20.

Considering how difficult it is to succeed with the advantages of a college degree and the connections made in school, it's even more impressive that teenagers manage to successfully start companies that bring in thousands of users and real revenue.

We've ranked the most impressive teen tech entrepreneurs based on both their circumstances and successes. It should be noted that many are Thiel Fellows, which means that they have been given $100,000 to work on their ideas and receive top-tier mentorship for two years.