Tag: Platform Strategy
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Substack Lost Its Way: What Happened to the Bold Vision of a Longform Platform
Substack’s Bold Beginning vs. Its Modern Reality Substack emerged as a beacon for independent writers and niche voices, promising a simple, creator‑first path to monetization. The platform was built on a belief in longform writing, direct audience relationships, and editorial independence. It wasn’t just a newsletter service; it was a reimagining of the writer‑reader dynamic.…
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Xbox and the Golden Era of Japanese Game Development on the 360
Introduction: A pivotal moment for Xbox and Japanese developers The Xbox 360 era, launched amid bold promises and fierce competition, marked a turning point in how Microsoft engaged with Japanese game developers. In a market long dominated by PlayStation and Nintendo, the Xbox team pursued deep collaborations, exclusive partnerships, and a push to localize experiences…
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Behind The $425 Million Bet That Steven Bartlett Can Build A ‘Disney’ For Creators
What the Bet Is Really About Steven Bartlett, the entrepreneur and host of The Diary of a CEO, has long positioned himself at the intersection of culture, media, and technology. His latest move, a $425 million wager, isn’t just about funding a new app or marketplace. It’s a bet on a new model for how…
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Behind the $425 Million Bet: Steven Bartlett’s Disney-for-Creators Vision
Introduction: A Bold Bet on the Creator Economy In a landscape where social media platforms rise and mutate overnight, Steven Bartlett is betting big on a different kind of empire. The Diary of a CEO founder has signaled a $425 million investment toward building what he envisions as a “Disney for creators.” The aim: to…
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Yes, AirPods Are Still Being Underestimated: What the AVALON Episode Reveals
Introduction: Reframing AirPods in 2024 The latest AVALON episode with Neil tackles a bold premise: AirPods are still underestimated. Beyond a simple wireless audio device, these ear-worn gadgets are positioned as an AI-enabled platform, a potential hub for Apple’s growing ecosystem, and a gateway to broader usage trends. This article distills the discussion from the…