Why, in 2025, is true online vehicle checkout still almost nonexistent—often just a lead form that sends buyers to the dealership? And why are OEMs and marketplaces still risking dealer relationships by attempting workarounds for direct-to-consumer sales?
On the other hand, a dark software company would start with a hyper-specialized use case, say small law firms in the US. Rather than start with a wedge product like invoicing, a dark software company would launch with multiple products on day one, like marketing tools, project management, time tracking, invoicing, payment acceptance, payroll, etc.
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No total loss. Whether it’s a vinyl bunny or a $2 lipstick, you always get something. That safety net invites play.
Ritual over high-risk. Open the box, tap the wheel, post the haul—tiny ceremonies that punctuate a day. A Pop Mart fan might whisper “Please let it be the sleepy bear...” as they unbox under lo-fi music on