...For example, many evolving markets are seeing the “death of the middle.” The winners in these markets either offer the broadest breadth or the deepest depth. In evolving markets neither the broadest nor deepest is in trouble, but the middle market is withering. So it is logical to expect the big winners in the news business to either be the broadest or the deepest: To go maximum mass, or maximum specific.
With that as a backdrop, here are eight obvious business models for news now, and in the future. This isn’t a pick one model and stick with it prospect, news businesses should mix and match as relevant....
VC, entrepreneur and internet millionaire Marc Andreessen sees the future, leads the market and puts his money where his mind is. This is an incisive and essential read if you care about the future of newspapers or are an investor. 10/10