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Skiers Pick AI Weather App Over Big Forecast Brands
OpenSnow, a startup built by skiers, has become a go-to weather app for snow forecasts by combining public government data with its own AI tools. The story shows how a small, focused product can beat bigger brands by solving one specific problem really well. That matters because more people now rely on specialized AI services instead of broad, one-size-fits-all platforms. For skiers, that can mean better trip decisions, safer planning, and fewer wasted days on the mountain.