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Disrupt the card grading industry with AI-powered, mobile-first service

Entrepreneurs with technical skills targeting the trading card market

6-12 months to launch, 1-2 years to market presence

What Success Looks Like

AI-powered grading service charging $5 vs PSA's $40-50, with live streaming component and faster turnaround

Steps to Execute

Develop AI image analysis for card condition

Create mobile app for photo submission

Build live streaming grading process

Design distinctive packaging/presentation

Market as David vs Goliath narrative

Checklist

Train AI on card grading criteria

Develop unique visual presentation

Create content strategy around transparency

Build partnerships with card shops

Establish quality control processes

Inputs Needed

AI/ML development capabilities
Trading card market knowledge
Live streaming setup
Initial capital for operations

Outputs

Disrupted grading service
Content and engagement platform
Network effects from transparency

Example

“Launch $5 grading service with live-streamed evaluations, AI analysis, and mobile photo submission, targeting collectors frustrated with PSA's high costs and slow turnaround”