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aol is not a software company. it is not a tech company either, and hasn't been for a long time. it was an ad-sales company until 2008 and now it is a media c
by fleaflicker 15y ago
aol is not a software company.
it is not a tech company either, and hasn't been for a long time.
it was an ad-sales company until 2008 and now it is a media company.
- kanamekun 15y ago@fleaflicker - You would be in a unique position to know! "Touchdown Called Back: Fleaflicker Founder Buys Back Fantasy Sports Site From AOL" "Over three years ago, we reported that AOL had acquired the New Jersey-based fantasy sports site Fleaflicker. It seemed like a touchdown for 26-year-old founder Ori Schwartz. Now it's looking more like a touchdown that was just called back." "AOL has alerted members of the service today that Schwartz has bought back Fleaflicker. As of July 22, AOL will no longer be in control of the site which has dwindled under the control of our parent company. "While we love Fleaflicker (and our users love Fleaflicker), we wanted to find a home for the product where it can receive more love and attention," is the subtle middle finger in their FAQ." http://techcrunch.com/2011/06/22/fleaflicker-the-aol-way/ http://techcrunch.com/2011/06/22/fleaflicker-the-aol-way/
- anonaol 15y agoYou're right. I'm probably just a naive engineer who got acquired in a purchase, but I wish it were better and I think it could be (in a magical universe where better decisions get made by a great many people).