Digg invites going out... $5 entry fee

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Email I just received:

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Hey.

You’re getting this email because you were first in line.

Before the homepage. Before the platform. Before most people knew something was even happening.

So… welcome. You’re officially invited to become a part of Groundbreakers, a small group of early supporters helping shape what Digg becomes next.

If you’re just tuning in, here’s the short version: Digg is coming back.
Not as a throwback. Not as a museum. But as a reboot of the original social news site—rebuilt for how the internet actually works now.

And we want to build it the right way: with real people involved from the start.

We’re gathering on Circle, a private online space where we’ll share early ideas, rough screenshots, updates from the team, and weird internet energy in all forms.

👉 Join the Groundbreakers Community

What to expect:

– Early access to updates, mockups, and experiments
– A front-row seat to how Digg is being rebuilt
– A chance to give feedback, share ideas, or just watch it unfold
– A community of smart internet people who showed up early—just like you

Also: you probably noticed there’s a $5 charge to join. That’s not about access. It’s a simple way to keep things human—a small hurdle that helps make sure the people coming in are, well, actual people. No subscriptions. No gimmicks. Just a quick check at the door.

And since we’re asking for it, we figured we’d put it to good use. Proceeds will go to a nonprofit we’ll choose together inside the community.

Thanks for being early. And for helping us build something new on top of something iconic.

See you inside,
—The Digg Team

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I've got $5 but something about charging that really turns me off.