Twitterrific Creators Launch Tapestry: A New Multi-Feed Content Aggregator
Iconfactory's new app Tapestry aims to unify content from RSS, YouTube, Bluesky, and other platforms into customizable timelines. The crowdfunded project offers privacy-focused features and flexible subscription options for users seeking centralized content management.
Bluesky Takes on TikTok with New Vertical Video Feed Launch
Bluesky introduces a customizable vertical video feed feature as TikTok faces uncertainty in the US market. The decentralized platform's strategic move comes amid significant user growth, reaching 28 million users while fostering development of alternative video platforms.
Bluesky Unveils Premium Subscription Plans with Bluesky+ Mockup
Social network Bluesky reveals plans for an $8 monthly premium service offering enhanced features like high-quality video uploads and profile customization. The platform explores various monetization strategies while emphasizing that all details remain in development.
Bluesky Enforces New Rules to Combat Account Impersonation and Parody Abuse
Bluesky Social implements stricter policies requiring clear identification of parody and satire accounts amid rising impersonation concerns. The platform's unique domain-based verification system faces new challenges as 44% of top accounts experience impersonation attempts.
Bluesky Introduces Controversial 'Hot Replies' Sorting Feature
Bluesky's latest update automatically sorts post replies by 'hotness,' prioritizing recently engaged content over chronological order. The change has sparked debate among users who can still manually adjust sorting preferences but criticize the default setting.
Threads Introduces Custom Feed Options to Rival Bluesky
Meta's Threads platform is testing customizable content feeds, allowing users to curate topics and switch between different viewing options. The update addresses previous criticisms while competing with Bluesky's growing popularity and decentralized approach.
Bluesky's Swiftie Revolution: How Taylor Swift Fans are Reshaping Social Media
Taylor Swift's dedicated fanbase has found a new digital sanctuary on Bluesky, with nearly 13,000 Swifties joining under the swifties.social domain. The platform's innovative handle system and exceptional user engagement are attracting passionate fan communities, driving rapid growth and evolution.
Growing Pains: Bluesky's Surging Popularity Triggers Platform-Wide Outages
Bluesky's exponential user growth led to widespread outages and performance issues, forcing the platform into read-only mode. The decentralized social network faces infrastructure challenges while users respond with humor reminiscent of Twitter's early 'Fail Whale' days.
Bluesky Gains 1 Million Users Following US Election as X Controversy Continues
Bluesky's user base surges to 15 million as users seek alternatives to X amid platform controversies and content moderation concerns. The platform's growth accelerates following high-profile departures from X and appeals to users seeking an ad-free environment with stronger hate speech policies.
Bluesky's User Base Surges as X Platform Faces Post-Election Exodus
Bluesky sees explosive growth with over 5.6 million new users since September, briefly reaching #2 on App Store rankings post-US election. The decentralized platform's unique features and moderation approach attract users seeking alternatives to X's politically charged environment.