It seems independent journalism is more popular than ever, but whether it's a viable alternative to a newsroom job is up for debate.

Elon Musk wanted to buy Substack not long after he bought Twitter in 2022. But the newsletter and podcast platform wasn’t for sale. This month Substack raised a further $100 million (€85.44 million) ...

Substack creators are growing frustrated with the platform's pricing structure and lack of customization options, prompting them to explore alternatives such as Beehiiv and Ghost.

Far from being a problematic competitor, Substack is proving “very helpful” to publishers with their own newsletters by proving readers’ willingness to pay. That is the view of Sarah Ebner, the head ...