With the decline in quality in paid journalism, there's a growing need for real, insightful reporting in India. Short snippets and clickbait often miss the depth and nuance required to truly understand complex issues. By supporting long-form content, GV can empower journalists to produce well-researched, high-quality stories that genuinely add value to readers.
GV should also explore ways to help these creators monetize effectively, making long-form content a viable and sustainable path for journalists and content creators. This would allow those with industry insights to share knowledge without being forced into shallow, quick takes. Unlike superficial outlets like The Ken, we could create a community where startup insiders and professionals share their deep insights and contribute to a culture of well-rounded, thoughtful journalism. This could be a game-changer for the industry.
I understand that micro-payments in Indian market for content monetisation and the model can go a long way if done right on platforms like GV. Founders of Grapevine, you've been given the resources and blessed with the community to get this right, I hope you'll consider this as an input from a power user and lover of the community. Go Grapevine.