Feedly, the widely used RSS newsreader, experienced severe technical slowdowns lasting over a week, frustrating paying subscribers and web users alike. Complaints mounted online regarding an unusable web application and perceived unresponsiveness from customer support.
These performance issues sparked concerns among users that the company was shifting its focus entirely toward AI-driven threat intelligence while neglecting its core RSS foundation. However, CEO Edwin Khodabakchian clarified that the disruption stemmed from a software bug rather than strategic abandonment.
The company emphasized that maintaining fast and reliable RSS functionality remains a top priority. A fix addressing the primary performance bottleneck has already been deployed, and management promised swift investigation and resolution for mobile app bugs.
- Feedly users suffered from severe web app slowdowns lasting over a week.
- Subscribers worried the issues stemmed from the company’s pivot to AI.
- CEO confirmed the disruption was caused by a software bug, not strategic shifts.
- A patch has been released and mobile issues are under active investigation.
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