Build curated EU software alternatives directory

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The Problem

european-alternatives.eu has a broken submission queue stale since July 2025. Two independent HN threads in 24 hours confirm strong demand for a maintained, monetised EU-sovereign software discovery platform.

Real Demand Evidence

Found on hacker_news·Today

european-alternatives.eu has been stale for 6+ months with a broken submission queue — Waiting for Review since July 2025

Competitive Landscape

No direct competitors found

Underserved market — strong signal for first-mover opportunity.

Willingness to Pay

Sponsorships, affiliate links, and verified listings are proven monetisation paths in this category. Similar directories charge $200-$500/yr for verified listings; EU compliance tooling buyers spend ~$800/yr on adjacent solutions.

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