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The Next Wave of Marketplace Startups

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Marketplace Evolution During COVID-19

This chapter examines the rise of marketplace startups during the pandemic, focusing on how consumer behavior shifted towards personalized experiences and self-investment. It highlights the growth of platforms catering to niche markets, the changing monetization models for creators, and the acceptance of secondhand goods driven by sustainability concerns. Additionally, the chapter discusses the transformation of the food industry as local restaurants embraced online delivery services, altering supply and demand dynamics.

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