The front page of the internet, now with superpowers
Digg is back! Hello early 2000s.
Their new marketing headline "The front page of the internet, now with superpowers" plays into their old headline while adding a fresh touch for the world we now live in. Here's why is works so well:
"The front page of the internet" positions Digg as a primary destination for online content (as it did before)
"Now with superpowers" creates a playful upgrade narrative that generates curiosity when looking back on Digg v1
Combines an established identity with the promise of something new
The contrast between the formal "front page" and playful "superpowers" creates an engaging tone
Suggests significant enhancement without abandoning what users already knew and loved
Appeals to both existing users and new users
"Superpowers" implies capabilities beyond normal content aggregation (see: Reddit)
Avoids technical details while still promising meaningful improvements
Creates a sense of evolution and progress for a well-known internet brand