The Verge subscription turns one year old, and we're thrilled with the progress. We've hit our subscriber goals for 2025, with an impressive 85% choosing annual plans. This long-term commitment is crucial as we expand our team and enhance our content. We've made significant improvements by adding ad-free podcasts, subscriber-only newsletters, and commenting badges. Our team has grown with the addition of talented reporters and editors, ensuring high-quality, unbiased reporting. Our industry-leading ethics policy remains a cornerstone, ensuring editorial independence and integrity. We've also adjusted our free and paid content strategy, focusing on making the homepage more valuable and accessible to all. Looking ahead, we're planning to intensify our efforts in 2026, delivering more journalism, podcasts, and innovative features. The Verge is thriving, thanks to our dedicated readers and subscribers. We're grateful for your support and look forward to continuing our journey together.
