Tech Decentralization

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Diverse founders collaborate, looking at a futuristic city with glowing, specialized industry hubs, symbolizing the shift to niche startup ecosystems and decentralized innovation.

The Niche Ecosystem Shift: Why Founders Are Moving Beyond Traditional Hubs

The traditional founder's playbook is being rewritten as niche startup ecosystems challenge old models. Driven by AI and specialized capital, founders are now thriving in focused, industry-specific hubs worldwide.

Ethan Calder·April 1, 2026