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June 10, 2025 28 mins

Think your AI startup is safe? Think again. In this episode, we unpack how foundational models like ChatGPT are steamrolling niche platforms by absorbing their features overnight—and what you can do to survive. From building unique integrations to niche-first moats, David and Chris share five hard-won lessons for AI founders trying to stay in the game before OpenAI levels the field.


The 5 lessons?

  1. Don't Compete on Core AI Capabilities
  2. Build Moats with Unique Integrations
  3. Focus on UX and Workflow, Not Accuracy
  4. Target a Niche and Go Deep
  5. Build to Exit, Not to Last Forever

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