Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle #839 “The World Is Ending.” These 5 Businesses Are Still Making Millions
Jan 1, 2026
Amid societal upheaval, entrepreneurs have a golden opportunity to innovate. Ideas flow from addressing AI concerns to tackling digital degeneracy. Homesteading and doomsday prep markets are rising, alongside niches in religious revival. Lifespan optimization products are also trending, capitalizing on longevity. Discover how to monetize attention in new ways, from premium matchmaking to gaming rehab. The future is ripe for those ready to embrace change and serve niche communities authentically.
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Digital Degeneracy Creates Demand
- 'Digital degeneracy' describes heads-down device behavior driving new markets.
- That behavior enables content businesses and affiliate streams like sports-betting channels.
Monetize Niche Sports Content
- Create niche YouTube content and monetize via gambling affiliates or adjacent partnerships.
- Dan highlights sports/fantasy analysis as a low-barrier, high-affiliate-revenue model.
Build Rehab For Digital Addictions
- If you oppose harmful trends, build counter-solutions like rehab or recovery services for digital gambling.
- Ian suggests visible support systems can be a business and social good.
