Jul 2, 2021
For years, HungryGoWhere was the go-to platform for anyone looking for grub and sustenance in Singapore.
But last month, the site announced that it’s ending its 15-year run, bidding loyal users - the few who were still around - farewell and thank you.
On this episode of Deep Dive, Tech in Asia’s Melissa Goh discusses the events that led to HungryGoWhere’s shuttering, insider accounts about how the company was run, and a potential sale that could give the platform a second wind.
More information on today's episode here: https://www.techinasia.com/deep-dive-hungrygowhere-sizzle-steak
Featured reporter:
- Melissa Goh, a Tech in Asia journalist based in Singapore
Essential reading:
- Singtel’s restaurant review portal HungryGoWhere to close in July
- Why did HungryGoWhere go nowhere?
- Not dead yet: Singtel looks to sell HungryGoWhere after receiving offers
- Why many of Singtel’s digital bets failed after a decade of trying
- A history of Singtel’s successes and failures in reinventing itself
- For more stories on Singtel, click here
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