Discover website trends, design tips, and strategies for creating user-friendly, successful sites.
Startups
In 2020, few could’ve predicted that a scrappy open-source startup from New Zealand would become a backbone of modern app development. But in 2025, Supabase is no longer a quiet alternative — it's a force. Led by CEO Paul Copplestone, Supabase has just raised a $200 million Series
Design
Cloud-based design platform Figma has taken the first formal step toward becoming a public company, confidentially filing for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States. The move comes more than a year after its planned $20 billion acquisition by Adobe fell through due to regulatory opposition in the
Media
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is reportedly developing its own social media platform—an ambitious move that could place it in direct competition with Elon Musk’s X and Meta’s Facebook and Instagram. The project is still in its early stages, but there’s already an internal prototype in
Media
In the latest twist of tech media consolidation, Yahoo has sold TechCrunch to the private equity firm Regent, marking yet another ownership change for the pioneering tech news outlet. The financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed, but the move follows Regent’s recent acquisition of Foundry—the media group
Decentralization
The open-source publishing platform Ghost, widely known as a privacy-respecting alternative to Substack, has officially joined the fediverse—a decentralized network of social platforms powered by the ActivityPub protocol. This integration marks a significant shift in how independent publishers can share, distribute, and interact with content across the broader social
Advertising
Taboola, long recognized for its dominance in native advertising with its ubiquitous "content you may like" widgets, is making a strategic expansion into the broader display advertising market. The adtech company has unveiled its new platform, Realize, positioning itself as a direct competitor to traditional demand-side and supply-side
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI-powered search engine Perplexity is expanding its reach beyond search by developing its own web browser, Comet. The company made the announcement via X, launching a signup list but offering few details on the browser’s release date or features. However, Perplexity is making a bold claim—promising to “reinvent”
Web Design
Website speed is more than just a technical metric—it’s a fundamental factor affecting user experience, search rankings, conversion rates, and ultimately, revenue. A slow website not only frustrates visitors but also leads to lost sales, decreased customer trust, and inefficient marketing spend. For CMOs and business leaders, understanding
Web Design
User Experience (UX) is more than just aesthetics—it’s the backbone of a brand’s digital presence and a key driver of conversions. A well-optimized website UX builds trust, improves engagement, and turns visitors into customers. Businesses that prioritize UX can see a significant increase in retention and revenue.
Web Design
Website A/B testing is one of the most powerful strategies CMOs can use to optimize user experience, improve conversion rates, and maximize ROI. However, not all tests are worth running. The key is to focus on elements that drive real impact. This article breaks down what actually works in
Web Design
Web design isn’t just about making a website look appealing—it’s about influencing behavior. Every successful website uses psychological triggers to guide users toward desired actions, whether it’s making a purchase, signing up for a newsletter, or engaging with content. Persuasion is deeply rooted in human psychology,
Marketing
SEO is an ever-evolving battleground, and businesses are constantly looking for ways to stand out. One underutilized yet highly effective strategy is user-generated content (UGC)—a key SEO tool that 25% of major brands already leverage to enhance search rankings, visibility, and customer trust. If integrated correctly, UGC can significantly