Social Renaissance: Meaning, Trends & Impact

Ben Rubin on the Future of Social Startups and Web 3.0

This discussion was captured on September 23, 2021. Recent years have demonstrated continued opportunities for new social media ventures to gain traction.

Serial entrepreneur Ben Rubin, known for founding Meerkat and subsequently Houseparty (later acquired by Epic Games), provides insights into the potential impact of Web 3.0 on the coming year for social startups.

Key Discussion Points

• Rubin shares his perspectives on how Web 3.0 technologies can influence the evolution of social startups.
• He details the current priorities and expectations of investors within this dynamic sector.
• The conversation also includes an overview of Rubin’s latest entrepreneurial endeavor, Slashtalk.

The talk focuses on the evolving landscape of social networking and the emerging role of decentralized technologies. Understanding investor sentiment is crucial for navigating this space.

Slashtalk represents Rubin’s newest venture, building upon his experience in creating and scaling successful social platforms. His insights offer valuable guidance for aspiring founders.

The discussion highlights the ongoing relevance of social startups despite the dominance of established players. Innovation and adaptation remain key to success.