Salon is shutting down after 31 years
Salon launched 31 years ago as one of the first online-only news magazine outlets, and it announced today in an unsigned post that it's ceasing publication. The company said that the "business realities of independent digital journalism have changed profoundly over the years," and it decided that its publishing model is "no longer sustainable." It […]
Salon, an online news magazine that launched 31 years ago, has announced it is shutting down after 31 years. In an unsigned post, the company stated that its publishing model is "no longer sustainable." The decision comes after "business realities of independent digital journalism have changed profoundly over the years." Salon did not provide further details on the reasoning behind the closure, but many websites are currently facing challenges due to "Google Zero" and the impact of AI tools.
General manager Amanda Wolfe directed inquiries to The Verge, citing today's announcement post. In the post, Salon reflected on its 31-year legacy, emphasizing the journalism, ideas, voices, conversations, and community that developed during those years. They highlighted that Salon played a significant role in demonstrating the potential of digital journalism and expressed hope that its legacy would continue to matter beyond its closure.
Salon's chief content officer, Erin Keane, mentioned on Bluesky that the editorial archive will remain accessible for now. Current owner Find.co acquired Salon in 2023 and refers to itself as a "Performance Marketing Ecosystem transforming crypto marketing with performance and precision."
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