<a href="http://www.xconomy.com/seattle/" target="_blank">Seattle</a> is one of five cities with Xconomy websites. The site was launched in 2008 and its says the following about itself:
<blockquote>“Xconomy is dedicated to providing business and technology leaders  with timely, insightful, close-to-the-scene information about the local  personalities, companies, and technological trends that best exemplify  today’s high-tech economy.</blockquote>
Xconomy's goal is "to become the authoritative voice on the exponential  economy, the realm of business and innovation characterized by  exponential technological growth and responsible for an increasing share  of productivity and overall economic growth.

“We plan to deliver this valuable content through a unique global  network of localized blogs, events, conferences and other initiatives  designed to better connect people and ideas.”

Part of its business model is hosting Xconomist Forums.