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June 27, 2005

Andreessen Launches 24 Hour Laundry

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Posted by Stowe Boyd

Looks like Andreessen is trying to break into the blogging/social networking marketspace, according to CNet:

[ from Netscape co-founder eyes video blogs | CNET News.com]

24 Hour Laundry (24HL) is a blogging and social networking site for consumers that will include video, according to sources familiar with the company's plans. The Palo Alto, Calif.-based company--which boasts alumni from Netscape, Google and Excite--is currently looking for user interface designers, a director of engineering and other executives. While Andreessen has put money into the company and sits on the board, Gina Bianchini is the CEO, according to sources.

A number of folks are suggesting Andreessen is a bit late to the party, like Om Malik:

I guess the only thing that needs laundering is the reputation. Like many Web 1.0, Marc is looking for redemption. Lots of investments, including in 24HL which is video blogging, blogging meets social networking meets something …. in other words, yawn! Start-ups, just a quick read on Marc’s un-midas touch! You have been warned! (By the way this is just a slight poke in the ribs Marc!)

Marc Canter says come on in, the water's fine.

Personally, this is just the beginning of the land rush in the coming socialization of everything internet. All the money will be trying to get on board. Brace yourself. I'm just surprised that Andreessen and company haven't called me up yet. But then again, people with lots and lots of money usually think they know everything already.

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