Ask HN: Remember when building was about changing the world, not market share?

by franzeon 5/28/2025, 11:41 PMwith 6 comments

by kermatton 5/29/2025, 8:32 PM

For individuals, yes, and in many cases that is probably still a motivator.

For companies however, revenue always has and always will be the primary driver. Altruism for companies is a marketing tag.

by bigyabaion 5/28/2025, 11:47 PM

Not in my lifetime