Between open source, open core, ad-supported and SaaS, software-focused business models are being questioned. Will new business models emerge in the next few years?

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ARE THERE ANY VALID SOFTWARE BUSINESS MODELS LEFT?

Software business models keep running into road blocks
VC funding is slowing down, and interest rates are rising
Can OSS as marketing survive?

WILL THE NEXT GENERATION PAY FOR SOFTWARE, IN ANY WAY?

SaaS seems to work, if you can survive the burn rate to capture customers.
Is SaaS too expensive? Will variations emerge?
Any changing models (free to fee, open core, etc.) disenfranchise the users
OSS is getting less funding
Gaming is tied to engines and app stores
Will AI open up new business models? New licensing models?

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