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Reddit communities revolt + Brad Gerstner on state of private and public markets in 2023 | E1761

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Jun 13, 2023
Brad Gerstner, Founder and CEO of Altimeter Capital, shares his sharp insights on the current state of private and public markets in 2023. He discusses the surprising backlash against Reddit's API monetization, stirring up community dynamics and highlighting the importance of third-party developers. Gerstner also delves into investment trends, emphasizing the necessity for innovative revenue-sharing strategies and the impact of AI on market opportunities. His perspectives offer a fresh look at navigating challenges in the evolving tech landscape.
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INSIGHT

Reddit Revolt

  • Reddit's API pricing change sparked a revolt among third-party app developers and moderators.
  • This highlights the tension between platforms, their users, and external developers reliant on APIs.
ANECDOTE

Data Monetization

  • Jason Calacanis notes that historically, companies haven't successfully monetized their data.
  • The rise of LLMs has created a new market for data, particularly for training AI models.
ADVICE

Solving API Issues

  • Offer to buy third-party apps or share subscription revenue.
  • This transforms detractors into promoters and incentivizes development.
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