Large software cos with captive ecosystems should sell inference, argues developer
matt_slotnick · x · 2026-08-28
The author argues that large software companies with captive ecosystems should be selling inference. Inference is the largest market, representing a hyperscaler-like growth lever that is currently sitting idle. They suggest reporting it as an AI business unit to leverage the ecosystem in a net positive way.
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