What's the next distribution platform?

18 Aug 2025 · 1 min
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A forecast that a new AI platform will soon challenge ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Markets typically cycle through 5-7 competitors before consolidating into monopolies or duopolies. Success requires finding a gap and building an ecosystem where third-party developers get a new distribution channel in exchange for building on the platform. ChatGPT is currently furthest ahead in this race.

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