Why there’s no European Google? – And why it is a good thing!

Via lobste.rs:

You are not even trying. When you try alternative such as Comaps, you discover that there are many many ways in which Google Maps sucks: ever tried planning bikepacking trips or walking treks with Google Maps? Ever used Google Maps in a forest? It sucks. Every solutions shines in a given context. Saying "but Google Maps is superior" is simply false. The fact that most people, including those in tech, cannot see it is a huge problem.