Some Possible Thin Markets for Cosolvent

 

It’s early days, but Cosolvent’s approach to using AI to facilitate thin markets has a vast range of potential applications. Here is a list of 100 potential uses. Cosolvent probably won’t be asked to address many of them, but its possible that it might help with some. The following table outlines 100 potential applications for the Cosolvent platform, categorized by industry and detailing the specific thin market characteristics.

CategoryApplicationDescription of Thin Market Characteristics
Specialty Agriculture & Food1. Rare Heirloom SeedsSmall-scale farmers and hobbyist gardeners seeking specific, non-commercial seed varieties from scattered, small-scale producers.
 2. Artisanal Cheese Aging SpaceCheesemakers needing specific temperature and humidity conditions for short-term aging, matched with facilities having excess capacity.
 3. Myco-protein StrainsBiotech companies and food labs looking for specific fungal strains for alternative protein development from research institutions or other companies.
 4. Small-Batch Craft Spirits BarrelsDistilleries looking to buy or sell unique, used barrels (e.g., sherry, port, specific wines) for aging spirits.
 5. Urban Farming Rooftop LeasesBuilding owners with suitable, unused rooftop space matched with urban farming entrepreneurs.
 6. Specialty Coffee Bean Co-opsSmall coffee shops banding together to purchase high-quality, single-origin beans directly from small, independent growers.
 7. Exotic Fruit and Vegetable ExchangeRestaurants and specialty grocers seeking rare or seasonal produce from a network of small, geographically dispersed farms.
 8. Sustainable Seaweed Harvesting RightsCompanies seeking to harvest specific types of seaweed for culinary or industrial use from licensed coastal areas.
 9. Beekeeping Hive PlacementBeekeepers looking for optimal, pesticide-free locations to place their hives, matched with landowners who would benefit from pollination.
 10. Foraged Wild Foods MarketplaceChefs and food enthusiasts seeking sustainably foraged items like rare mushrooms, ramps, or berries from certified foragers.
Creative & Artisan Goods11. Custom-Made Film PropsIndependent filmmakers needing specific, often anachronistic or fantastical, props made by specialized artisans.
 12. Bespoke Musical Instrument CraftingMusicians commissioning unique instruments with specific materials or acoustic properties from individual luthiers.
 13. Emerging Artist Fine Art SalesCollectors looking to purchase original art from up-and-coming artists who are not yet represented by major galleries.
 14. Handmade Paper and Bookbinding SuppliesArtisans and bookbinders seeking unique, small-batch papers and binding materials from specialized makers.
 15. Theatrical Costume RentalsSmall theater companies needing to rent specific period or fantasy costumes for short runs from other theater groups or collectors.
 16. Rare Textile and Yarn ExchangeWeavers and knitters seeking unique, hand-dyed, or rare-breed yarns and textiles from small-scale producers.
 17. Custom Jewelry from Recycled MaterialsConsumers wanting unique jewelry made from their own or other recycled precious metals and stones by specialized jewelers.
 18. Architectural Salvage MarketplaceBuilders and designers looking for specific, unique pieces (e.g., stained glass, mantels) from demolished or renovated buildings.
 19. Limited Edition Print TradingCollectors trading or selling out-of-print, limited-edition art prints from a variety of artists and print houses.
 20. Prop and Set Dressing for PhotographyPhotographers needing to rent specific props or set elements for a photoshoot from a network of suppliers and other creatives.
Specialized Professional Services21. AI Prompt Engineering for Niche FieldsCompanies needing highly specialized AI prompts for unique applications (e.g., legal, medical) from expert prompt engineers.
 22. Scientific Manuscript Editing (by sub-field)Academics seeking editors with PhD-level expertise in their specific, narrow field of study.
 23. Grant Writing for Hyper-Specific GrantsNon-profits and researchers looking for grant writers with a proven track record in securing funding from very specific foundations or programs.
 24. Historical Accuracy ConsultingFilm productions, authors, and game developers needing experts to verify the historical accuracy of niche subjects.
 25. Drone Cinematography for Specific EventsEvent organizers needing licensed drone pilots with experience in specific types of event coverage (e.g., sports, weddings).
 26. Ethical Hacking for Small BusinessesSmall companies needing specialized cybersecurity experts for short-term penetration testing.
 27. Language Translation for Rare DialectsOrganizations needing translation services for uncommon languages or specific regional dialects.
 28. Business Coaching for Niche IndustriesEntrepreneurs in very specific industries (e.g., sustainable fashion, craft brewing) seeking coaches with relevant experience.
 29. Sustainability Reporting for SMEsSmall and medium-sized enterprises needing consultants to help them with non-standardized sustainability and ESG reporting.
 30. Fractional CTO for Early-Stage StartupsStartups that cannot afford a full-time CTO but need high-level technical guidance for a few hours a week.
Industrial & B2B Niche Markets31. Surplus Industrial Chemical ExchangeManufacturing plants looking to sell or acquire small quantities of surplus, unexpired chemicals.
 32. Used Laboratory Equipment MarketplaceLabs looking to buy or sell highly specialized, used scientific equipment.
 33. Custom 3D Printing with Exotic MaterialsEngineers and designers needing access to 3D printers capable of using specific, high-performance materials (e.g., PEEK, carbon fiber).
 34. Industrial By-Product SynergyMatching a company’s waste or by-product (e.g., sawdust, food scraps) with another company that can use it as a raw material.
 35. Short-Term Rental of Specialized MachineryConstruction or manufacturing companies needing to rent a very specific piece of equipment for a short-term project.
 36. Bartering of Services Between BusinessesA web design firm trading services with an accounting firm, facilitated by a neutral platform.
 37. Custom-Machined Parts for PrototypesR&D departments needing one-off or small batches of custom-machined parts with very specific tolerances.
 38. Shared Logistics for Small Importers/ExportersSmall businesses looking to share container space for international shipping to reduce costs.
 39. Testing and Certification Services MarketplaceCompanies needing to find accredited labs that can perform very specific, non-standard material or product testing.
 40. Marketplace for Unused Software LicensesCompanies looking to sell their perpetual software licenses that are no longer in use.
Intellectual Property & Digital Assets41. Licensing of Niche PatentsIndividual inventors or small companies looking to license patents that are too specific for large patent brokers.
 42. Trading of Specialized AI Training DatasetsAI developers seeking very specific, labeled datasets for training models (e.g., medical images of a rare condition).
 43. Co-Founder Matching for Niche StartupsEntrepreneurs with a specific idea looking for co-founders with a very particular set of skills and shared vision.
 44. Marketplace for Pre-trained AI ModelsDevelopers selling or licensing pre-trained AI models for specific, narrow tasks.
 45. Music Sample and Loop LicensingMusic producers looking for unique, royalty-free audio samples from a wide variety of independent sound designers.
 46. Stock Photography for Niche IndustriesPhotographers selling, and companies buying, stock photos that are highly specific to a particular industry (e.g., images of wind turbine maintenance).
 47. Licensing of Academic Research for Commercial UseCompanies seeking to license academic research that has commercial potential but is not yet patented.
 48. Marketplace for Unused Domain Names with SEO ValueSelling domain names that have existing backlink profiles and SEO value in specific niches.
 49. Trading of Well-Engineered PromptsA marketplace for buying and selling highly effective and complex prompts for various generative AI models.
 50. Digital Twin Blueprints ExchangeEngineers and architects sharing or selling digital twin models for specific types of infrastructure or machinery.
Education & Research51. Tutoring for Obscure Programming LanguagesProgrammers seeking tutors for legacy or highly specialized programming languages.
 52. Inter-University Lab Equipment SharingUniversities and research institutions making their specialized lab equipment available to researchers from other institutions.
 53. Guest Lecturers for Specialized TopicsAcademics and industry professionals offering to give guest lectures on very specific topics.
 54. Collaborative Research Project MatchingResearchers looking for collaborators in other disciplines for interdisciplinary research projects.
 55. Access to Archival Materials for ResearchersPrivate collectors and small institutions making their archival materials available to academic researchers.
 56. Peer Reviewer MarketplaceJournals seeking qualified peer reviewers for highly specialized academic papers.
 57. Mentorship for PhD Students in Niche FieldsPhD students looking for mentors outside their own university who have expertise in their specific research area.
 58. Specialized Online Course Content CreationEdTech companies commissioning subject matter experts to create content for highly specialized courses.
 59. Internships for Highly Specialized SkillsCompanies offering internships that require a very specific and uncommon set of skills.
 60. Data Analysis Services for AcademicsAcademics outsourcing complex statistical analysis of their research data to specialized statisticians.
Real Estate & Property61. Short-Term Leases for Pop-Up ShopsRetail entrepreneurs looking for short-term, high-traffic retail space for a pop-up store.
 62. Co-Working Space for Specific ProfessionsA co-working space designed specifically for architects, with plotters and model-making tools, matched with freelance architects.
 63. Parking Spot Rentals for Specific EventsHomeowners near a stadium renting out their driveway parking spots during games.
 64. Film and Photoshoot Location ScoutingProperty owners listing their unique homes or properties as potential locations for film and photoshoots.
 65. Community Garden Plot TradingGardeners looking to trade or take over existing plots in a community garden.
 66. House Sitting for Homes with Special NeedsHomeowners with exotic pets or extensive gardens looking for house sitters with specific skills.
 67. Land Leases for Renewable Energy ProjectsLandowners leasing small parcels of land for individual solar panels or small wind turbines.
 68. Shared Art Studio or Workshop SpaceArtists looking to share a studio or workshop space with others who have complementary equipment and skills.
 69. Storage Space for Unusually Shaped ItemsIndividuals looking for storage for items like kayaks, classic cars, or large sculptures.
 70. Property Co-Ownership MatchingIndividuals looking to co-purchase a vacation property with others who have similar usage patterns and financial capacity.
Events & Experiences71. Niche Hobbyist ConventionsOrganizers and attendees for small conventions focused on very specific hobbies (e.g., vintage fountain pen collecting).
 72. Unique, Themed Travel ExperiencesTravel agents and guides offering highly specialized tours (e.g., culinary tours of a specific region, architectural tours of a particular style).
 73. Skill-Sharing WorkshopsIndividuals offering to teach niche skills (e.g., sourdough baking, basic car maintenance) in a workshop format.
 74. Private Chef for Specific Dietary NeedsIndividuals with complex dietary restrictions (e.g., multiple allergies) looking for private chefs with relevant experience.
 75. Adventure Sports Guide MatchingIndividuals looking for certified guides for specific, non-mainstream adventure sports (e.g., ice climbing, cave diving).
 76. House Concerts with Emerging MusiciansHomeowners hosting small, private concerts with up-and-coming musicians.
 77. Pop-Up Restaurant MarketplaceChefs wanting to test a restaurant concept by hosting a pop-up dinner, matched with venues and diners.
 78. Local Experts for “Live Like a Local” ExperiencesTourists looking to connect with locals for authentic, non-touristy experiences.
 79. Specialized Retreats MarketplaceA platform for retreats focused on very specific themes, like silent meditation, digital detox, or a particular craft.
 80. Event Vendor Matching for Niche WeddingsCouples planning a themed wedding (e.g., medieval, sci-fi) looking for vendors who can cater to their specific needs.
Local & Community Services81. Tool Libraries and SharingNeighbors sharing specialized or infrequently used tools (e.g., power washers, tile saws).
 82. Hyper-Local Skill SwappingA platform for neighbors to swap skills (e.g., “I’ll hem your pants if you help me with my garden”).
 83. Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) CustomizationCSAs offering highly customizable shares, matched with members who have specific produce preferences or allergies.
 84. Childcare Co-op MatchingParents forming small, cooperative childcare groups with other families who have similar parenting philosophies and schedules.
 85. Errand Running for a Specific NeighborhoodA platform for people to run errands for their neighbors within a very limited geographic area.
 86. Pet Sitting for Exotic or High-Needs PetsOwners of unusual pets (e.g., reptiles, parrots) looking for sitters with specialized knowledge.
 87. Senior Companion MatchingMatching seniors with companions based on shared interests, hobbies, and personality for non-medical companionship.
 88. Carpooling for Niche CommutesPeople with unusual or irregular commute patterns finding others to share rides with.
 89. Local Food Swap MarketplaceHome gardeners and cooks swapping their surplus produce, preserves, and baked goods.
 90. Hyper-Local Lost and FoundA lost and found platform that is highly specific to a particular neighborhood or even a single large building.
Sustainability & Circular Economy91. Clothing Repair and Alteration MarketplaceConnecting people with torn or ill-fitting clothes to local seamstresses and tailors specializing in repairs.
 92. Furniture Upcycling and Restoration ServicesMatching owners of old furniture with artisans who can restore or upcycle it.
 93. E-Waste Component HarvestingA marketplace for technicians and hobbyists to acquire specific components from broken electronics.
 94. Surplus Food from Restaurants to SheltersAn automated platform for restaurants to list surplus food at the end of the day for immediate pickup by local charities.
 95. Construction Site Material ExchangeMatching construction sites that have surplus materials (e.g., bricks, lumber) with people who can use them for small projects.
 96. Water Rights Trading for Small HoldersA platform for small-scale farmers to trade or lease their water rights in a transparent and efficient way.
 97. Carbon Offset Projects for IndividualsA marketplace for individuals and small businesses to invest in very specific, verifiable, and often local carbon offset projects.
 98. Marketplace for “Ugly” ProduceConnecting farmers with “ugly” or non-standard-sized produce to consumers or businesses who are willing to buy it at a discount.
 99. Shared Composting ServicesMatching households that want to compost with neighbors who have composting systems and need more organic material.
 100. Rental Marketplace for Baby and Kid GearA platform for parents to rent out baby and kid gear that is only needed for a short time (e.g., travel cribs, strollers).