Launch HN: Stoa Markets (YC S26) – A Marketplace for GPUs and AI Servers
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A secondary marketplace for new and used GPUs and AI servers treats compute like tradable collateral, not just capex. If you’re sitting on underutilized clusters—or struggling to procure—expect more price discovery and liquidity around hardware than the OEM channel alone.
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