Do Service Marketplaces Need Both Website and Mobile Apps?
Anurag Jain
Let’s be real, if your service marketplace only lives on one platform, it’s ghosting half your audience. Whether you’re booking a cleaner, hiring a handyman, or finding a freelance designer, Gen Z and Millennials expect convenience everywhere, whether web or mobile. And if you’re not …
Why Anti-Party System Matters in Vacation Rental Platforms
Summer is in full swing and vacation rentals are booking up fast. But with each reservation comes more than just sandy floors or forgotten keys. Unauthorized parties are becoming a growing concern for property owners and rental platforms. What may start as an innocent weekend …
Should Your Service Marketplace Target a Niche or Go Broad?
Ever heard the saying, “Jack of all trades, master of none”? Yeah, that’s basically the tea when it comes to building a service marketplace. Whether you’re launching the next TaskRabbit or aiming to be the Fiverr for pet psychics (hey, no judgment), choosing between niche …
What Uber’s Robotaxi Move Means for Ride-Hailing Startups
Uber just dropped a bombshell—and no, it’s not another surge pricing scandal. A global ride-hailing startup like Uber officially jumped into the robotaxi game. Yep, self-driving Ubers are actually happening. While most of us are still trying to parallel park without breaking a sweat, Uber …
Why Tim Stokely’s Subs.com Shows the Creator Economy Is Still Growing
Tim Stokely is making headlines again and no, it’s not just about OnlyFans. This time, he’s back with Subs.com, a creator-first platform tailored for today’s digital entrepreneurs. From podcasters and musicians to influencers and adult creators, Subs.com is built for anyone ready to monetize exclusive …
Is the Creator Economy Recession-Proof? What Founders Need to Know
Recession headlines are everywhere, and if you’re running a subscription-based platform like OnlyFans or supporting digital creators, this isn’t background noise. It’s your business landscape shifting. The creator economy thrives on direct-to-fan monetization, low overhead, and flexible revenue models like subscriptions and tipping. But in …
Why Founders Trust Oyelabs for Building Freelance Marketplaces
Freelance work isn’t a trend anymore; it’s the new normal. From lean startups to global enterprises, companies are tapping into flexible talent pools through platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Toptal. The freelance marketplace model is growing fast, and so is the competition. But here’s what …
How Web3 and Decentralization Impact Upwork-Like Platforms?
Freelance platforms like Upwork have changed how the world works , but they come with growing pain points. High service fees, delayed payments, and limited transparency leave both businesses and freelancers frustrated. Now, a quiet revolution is underway. Web3 technology , powered by blockchain, smart …
2017 Food Delivery Collapse: How Founders Can Avoid a Repeat
Remember the food delivery gold rush of the mid-2010s? Yeah, 2017 hit harder than your ex’s passive-aggressive texts. Hundreds of startups, flush with VC cash and zero chill, crashed and burned, leaving behind empty meal delivery apps, cold fries, and shattered investor dreams. So, what …
Beta Testing Your Task Marketplace: Why It’s Crucial & How to Do It
“You wouldn’t launch a spaceship without a countdown, so why launch your home service platform without beta testing?” If you’re building the next big service economy platform like Tasrabbit, skipping beta testing is like handing out keys to a house that’s still under construction. Beta …
