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Beyond Wrapping GPT: Unpacking the Value Proposition of AI Startups
In the wake of the AI revolution, there has been an influx of new startups that revolve around leveraging this innovative technology to address a myriad of problems. This trend, however, has also drawn attention to a vital distinction in the AI landscape — between startups that are mere wrappers of existing AI models, and those that provide an additional, unique value proposition.
It’s tempting to dismiss “GPT wrappers” as doomed to failure due to the perceived lack of innovation. After all, their primary function involves utilizing open-source models or OpenAI’s API or Stable Diffusion to provide services to their users. This, however, is an oversimplification.
Consider Postman, a popular platform used by developers worldwide. At its core, it is a wrapper around ‘curl,’ a command-line tool used for transferring data using various network protocols. Yet, Postman is renowned and successful because it goes beyond merely wrapping ‘curl.’ It simplifies the process of working with APIs, providing a user-friendly interface, collaboration features, and the ability to automate tests. Here, the wrapper is a foundation upon which value-added services are built.
Similarly, GPT wrapper startups can thrive if they can demonstrate a unique value proposition that goes beyond merely repackaging…
