Social media's next evolution: decentralized, open-source, and scalable
16 days ago
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- Bluesky and its AT Protocol represent a decentralized, open-source approach to social media, contrasting with traditional centralized platforms.
- Blacksky, built on the AT Protocol, has grown to two million users organically, focusing on Black voices and community safety.
- Decentralization allows for interoperability between platforms like Bluesky and Blacksky, enabling users to interact seamlessly across different services.
- Blacksky's moderation system is community-driven, focusing on anti-Black harassment and misogynoir, with tools for users to customize their moderation preferences.
- The AT Protocol enables independent communities to host their own data and moderation systems while remaining part of a larger, interconnected network.
- Blacksky's infrastructure includes custom feeds, moderation tools, and a global relay to ensure independence and resilience within the AT Protocol ecosystem.
- The success of Blacksky highlights the potential for decentralized social media to empower marginalized communities and foster inclusive online spaces.