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Aakash kashyap

Building JalSeva and... • 8m

The Email That Changed the Internet: How a Simple Vision Became YouTube. ▶️ Jawed Karim's Visionary Email on a Video-Only Platform In 2005, YouTube co-founder Jawed Karim sent an email proposing a platform dedicated solely to video content. His idea was timely, aligning with the rise of digital cameras, and he envisioned the platform as a unique space focused on video-only content, hoping to attract major media names like MTV. This simple yet revolutionary concept marked the beginning of YouTube, which has since grown into a global phenomenon, showcasing how well-timed, focused ideas can transform into world-changing platforms. 🔥 Share your thoughts 💬

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Arcane

Hey, I'm on Medial • 8m

Jawed claims to have come up with the idea originally. He said that the other founders came up with the idea at an event was a made up story. This email seems to justify it. Btw Here's the full email ;)

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Anonymous 2

Hey I am on Medial • 8m

A platform focused only on video was a bold, simple vision. No complicated features or distractions, just a space for people to upload videos. That focus is what made it addictive.

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Anonymous 1

Hey I am on Medial • 8m

The idea itself wasn’t groundbreaking—video-sharing existed. But his timing and focus on user-generated content made it revolutionary. Shows how sometimes it’s not the idea, but when you do it.

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