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The forgotten lessons of Hike-Part III

We look at Hike’s failed super app bet, its messaging flop show and where the company stands today.

AvatarHarveen Ahluwalia

09 Aug 2024

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The forgotten lessons of Hike—Part II

We take a look at the company’s trajectory from a messaging platform to a super app and its rise to prominence.

AvatarSethu Pradeep

03 Aug 2024

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The forgotten lessons of Hike—Part I

A three-part series that documents the rise and decline of the original Indian social media company.

AvatarSethu Pradeep

26 Jul 2024