Vertical AI and who might build it

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It was a short workweek in the U.S., but there was plenty to read and reflect on. For you today, some thoughts on the future of vertical SaaS, what the second half of 2023 might hold for Israeli startups, and founder well-being. — Anna
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Vertical AI is the next logical iteration of vertical SaaS, Index Ventures partner Paris Heymann recently argued on TechCrunch+. In other words, just like companies were buying cloud-based software made for their industry, they will now buy AI applications that leverage foundational models and infrastructure to answer their business needs.
While some business applications of AI will surely be horizontal, “meaning they can be used by customers in any industry,” Heymann predicted that many AI applications will also be vertical, or industry-focused.
Both horizontal and vertical applications can make businesses more efficient. But accor …

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