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+# ⚠️ OPERATION BLOCKED
+
+## Issue: No Task Message Received
+
+**Current Message Content:** Empty
+
+The operator has not provided a market opportunity for analysis. I cannot proceed with market research without:
+
+1. **The Opportunity Name or Domain** (e.g., "AI-powered financial advisory for Gen Z," "indie author web design")
+2. **Context on Why This Niche Matters** to Crimson Leaf's portfolio strategy
+3. **Any Specific Constraints or Mandates** (e.g., "must integrate with existing Tenants," "requires <$50K seed")
+
+---
+
+## Next Steps
+
+**Please provide:**
+
+```
+Operator Message:
+Market Opportunity: [specific niche/domain]
+Context: [why this matters to Crimson Leaf]
+Constraints: [any specific requirements]
+```
+
+Once you supply the opportunity, I will generate a research-grade market analysis document with:
+- ✅ Real cited URLs (minimum 8)
+- ✅ TAM, competitive landscape, recent news
+- ✅ Target audience pain points
+- ✅ Monetization models
+- ✅ Revenue projections (12-month)
+- ✅ Clear PROCEED / INVESTIGATE / PASS recommendation
+- ✅ Business plan trigger flag
+
+**Awaiting task message.**
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