Cheaper tooling and easier distribution are making profitable small companies viable again.
For years the default startup story involved a large funding round and a race for growth. A parallel track has been getting more attractive.
Hosting, payments and auth are now commodities that cost almost nothing at small scale. A single developer can ship and operate a product that previously needed a team.
Slower growth, but also control, simpler incentives and the freedom to build a durable business rather than chase a single outcome.
Court documents have surfaced showing that TikTok employees raised concerns about child safety on the platform but felt executives failed to respond adequately. The filings point to internal frustration among staff over how leadership handled the reported risks.
Spotify has introduced a paid membership program for podcasters, allowing creators to offer exclusive benefits to their most dedicated listeners. The program positions Spotify as a direct competitor to established creator-funding platforms like Patreon.
JustWatch, long known as a search engine for finding content across streaming platforms, has launched JustWatch TV, a streaming service of its own. The new offering includes a free ad-supported tier, a $3.99-per-month ad-free subscription, and movie rentals.