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FoundersAgencyLegal
The Hidden Reasons Direct File Died — And What Builders Should Learn From It
Direct File's shutdown is often framed as a lobbying victory for Intuit. But taxpayer complaints from PainSignal show the program had deeper product-market fit issues. Understanding them could help indie hackers and agency devs build better tools for complex, trust-heavy markets.
via Hacker News (Best)·Aug 17, 2026
FoundersAgencyGovernment & Public Sector
Your Government's Portal Is Bad, But the Real Problem Is Deeper
Pieter Levels documented his 10-click ordeal to read a government email. Our dataset of 192 UX problems shows this is just the tip of the iceberg. The real opportunity? Secure, accessible platforms that work for everyone.
via Pieter Levels Blog·Jun 1, 2026
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