Topic: Open Market

2 chapters across the catalog

Olive Theory
Episode 1190 2:30:58 - 2:37:10

1190: Olive Theory

SMS Routing, RCS Protocol, and Server Load Issues

Technical insiders provide details on the fragility of the global SMS and MMS routing infrastructure, which is largely outsourced to third-party companies like Open Market. The transition to the RCS (Rich Communication Services) protocol is discussed as a potential replacement. The hosts suggest that many instances of "shadow banning" on social media may actually be technical failures caused by servers being unable to handle massive data loads.

The Sluggish Cloud
Episode 624 10:41 - 13:14

624: The Sluggish Cloud

Email Marketing, Subject Line Open Rates

Research into email marketing reveals that simple, informal subject lines like "hey" yield the highest open rates among subscribers. Despite its association with spam and solicitation, the tactic remains effective for increasing engagement in newsletters by triggering curiosity or a sense of personal connection.