The hottest Competitive Analysis Substack posts right now

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Enterprise AI Trends 464 implied HN points 23 Jan 25
  1. DeepSeek offers a cheaper alternative to OpenAI's services, potentially attracting many developers and startups looking to cut costs.
  2. The company positions itself as an 'open source' option, fostering grassroots support and tapping into a competitive narrative against more established players like OpenAI.
  3. There's a concern over data privacy, as using DeepSeek's services might mean sharing sensitive information, similar to the issues raised with apps like TikTok.
The VC Corner 519 implied HN points 02 Aug 24
  1. Startups often fail due to initial mistakes, like a mismatched founding team. It's important for co-founders to share a common vision and work well together.
  2. Strategic errors can lead to failure too, such as not clearly showing what makes a product special. If customers don't see the value, they won't buy it.
  3. Operational failures also play a big role. Companies must pay attention to customer feedback and keep an eye on their competition to survive.
Tim Culpan’s Position 59 implied HN points 12 Sep 24
  1. Apple is ahead of its competitors like Samsung and Xiaomi when it comes to making money from smartphone sales. Revenue is the key measure of success.
  2. The smartphone market is starting to grow again, but Apple is still the leader despite some doubts from critics.
  3. Apple's high market value shows that their business strategy is working well, even if the overall smartphone market isn’t expanding as rapidly as before.
Mule’s Musings 610 implied HN points 16 Jan 24
  1. AI industry adoption is still in its early stages, similar to the early days of internet adoption.
  2. Estimating the penetration rate of paying users for AI models like ChatGPT and LLM services is important for understanding the industry.
  3. The future business model of the AI industry is evolving, with a shifting landscape between semiconductor companies like Nvidia, hyperscalers, and AI model service providers.
Mule’s Musings 346 implied HN points 12 Sep 23
  1. ARM is an important company in the IP industry, famous for its power efficiency and reduced instruction set.
  2. ARM's history includes significant milestones like going public in 1997 and being acquired by Softbank in 2016.
  3. The ARM IPO is highly anticipated, with the company aiming to list between 50-55 billion, showcasing its key role in the industry.
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The Product Channel By Sid Saladi 10 implied HN points 15 Dec 24
  1. Building a competitive 'moat' is crucial for AI startups to protect themselves from competitors. It means having unique advantages that others can't easily copy.
  2. Startups should focus on specific industries or problems to create tailored solutions. This helps them collect valuable data and improve their models over time.
  3. Using proprietary data and building complex systems can strengthen a startup's position. It’s about going beyond just using popular AI tools and making something unique.
Askwhy: UX Research, Product Management, Design & Careers 50 implied HN points 04 Mar 24
  1. Understanding business strategy helps drive alignment and focus, ensuring products contribute to company goals and avoiding feature creep.
  2. Knowing consumer trends, markets, and competitive landscape aids in developing relevant products and making informed decisions to stay competitive.
  3. Engaging with business strategy leads to better decision-making through frameworks like second-order thinking and inversion, fostering alignment within the organization.