Ask HN: Would you monetize a tech news site like Hacker News Traditional ad revenue isn’t efficient. If you were to start a tech news site around a specific subject, what would be your revenue model to make it sustainable? |
Ask HN: Would you monetize a tech news site like Hacker News Traditional ad revenue isn’t efficient. If you were to start a tech news site around a specific subject, what would be your revenue model to make it sustainable? |
Assuming at least one YC company lowers its burn rate thanks to HN, survives when it otherwise wouldn't, and has a big exit, HN's value could be measured in millions or billions.
You may be interested in the The Information, which launched by charging a super high subscription fee (something like $50/mo) and is apparently doing well.