A lot of things factor into it. Were you creating your solution because "nobody was doing it and you wanted to see someone do it"? Might make sense to back off

A lot of things factor into it. Were you creating your solution because "nobody was doing it and you wanted to see someone do it"? Might make sense to back off. On the other hand, if it was because you see it as an area where you can come out with something novel, I'd stick with it. The truth is, the fact that someone else is doing something similar is a step towards validating your hypothesis that the service is needed. If you're going to let the fact that they're in the same space as you keep you from pursuing your idea, consider your dedication to it, and whether you really want to invest what it'll take to get this off the ground. You're never going to be wholly original. The question is whether you can execute well on your idea. If you're passionate about what you're building, I'd stick with it.