Feedly, the go-to RSS reader for millions of users worldwide, has been grappling with a week-long slowdown that has left paying subscribers frustrated and questioning the company's priorities.

The issue, attributed to a bug, has caused significant delays in the web app’s performance, making it an exercise in patience rather than efficient news gathering. Meanwhile, the iOS app isn’t working, causing additional headaches for users on the go.

While Feedly is pivoting towards AI-driven intelligence tracking for businesses, its core RSS readership seems to be bearing the brunt of these technological teething problems. The company’s CEO, Edwin Khodabakchian, reassures that fixing basic RSS functionality remains a priority but admits that it’s currently a bug fix in progress.

Despite these hiccups, Feedly is pressing ahead with its AI offerings, as evidenced by the continued investment in its main iOS and Android app. However, this focus has raised eyebrows among users who are now left wondering if their needs are being sidelined for more lucrative business ventures.