Saloncom

Salon.com, commonly known as Salon, is an American online news and opinion publication. It was founded in 1995 by journalist and former San Francisco Chronicle editor David Talbot as one of the early digital magazines, aiming to provide long-form journalism on a wide range of topics. The site is based in the United States and has grown into a broad platform that covers politics, culture, technology, science, and world news. Salon publishes news reporting, investigative features, essays, interviews, and opinion columns, often highlighting in-depth analysis and contemporary cultural commentary. It has hosted a variety of writers, including journalists, scholars, and commentators, and is known for its progressive or liberal-leaning perspectives, though it presents a spectrum of viewpoints.

In terms of business model, Salon has relied on advertising revenue and later introduced reader memberships and other reader-supported features to diversify income. Like many digital media outlets, it has faced financial challenges and undergone staff reductions and organizational changes over the years. Despite these shifts, Salon has remained a persistent presence in online journalism, continuing to publish daily content and occasional long-form investigations. It is considered one of the early pioneers of online journalism and has influenced the development of digital opinion journalism.