As it happens, Brad Feld is the man for the job, and is doing just that. The TechStars co-founder, managing director at Foundry Group, prominent investor, blogger, and marathon runner (including a 50-miler), has launched a Hacker News-like social news site as part of his Startup Revolution. Unlike Hacker News, the hub at Startup Revolution is going after a much broader community. In other words, those turned off by Hacker News’ largely technical/developer focus may find the Hub to be a better fit. Feld adds, “I think the SocialEngine app is a much more modern and social infrastructure to build on than the original Hacker News and Reddit core.” As of now the Hub editorial has a heavy “Startup Communities” slant, but with the site still in its infancy, Feld is taking a hands-off, Hsieh-like, approach to the site’s evolution, “I’m trying to be inclusive of anyone who wants to engage. I’m letting anyone lead.” Take a look at the Hub and let us know what you think. Can it compete with Hacker News and/or Reddit?
