SPAC as an IT Model: Why Is It So Hard for Developers to Get Into the App Store and Google Play?

The author draws a parallel between the SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company) mechanism in the stock market and the current difficulties independent developers face when publishing apps on the App Store and Google Play. The text explores the concept of SPACs as 'shell companies' for going public and applies this analogy to the barriers of entry within mobile app ecosystems. The author notes that despite the rise of AI-powered code generation tools, which allow users to build software without deep programming knowledge, the publishing process remains extremely challenging, particularly for Russian developers. The article highlights the existence of rigid requirements and barriers that make access to global app stores nearly insurmountable for many independent creators looking to monetize their ideas.