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Linear: A Vertical Software & Vertical AI Newsletter · Sep 21, 2026 · Luke Sophinos
Linear #195: Most Of Your Applicants Are Still Living In 2019, Playground Acquired
One vSaaS breakdown. One biz story. One 'how to'. In your inbox once a week.
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- Mentions Xplor Pay
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- Discusses ChatGPT
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- Discusses AI-native software
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- Mentions Luca Ferrari
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