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Elon Musk Sparks Twitter Exodus: Bluesky Surges as Social Media Shifts
In a move that has caused an exodus of users from Twitter, now rebranded as X, Elon Musk has made a controversial change to the platform’s blocking feature that many are calling a major blunder. Users have expressed outrage after discovering that blocking someone will now allow the blocked individual to still view posts and profiles, effectively undermining a crucial tool for preventing harassment.
BlueSky, the social media platform positioned as a competitor to X (formerly Twitter), faced significant downtime following a mass withdrawal of users from Elon Musk’s site. This incident highlights the ongoing struggle for dominance in the social media landscape, compounded by controversial decisions made by Musk that have prompted users to seek alternatives. For a deeper analysis of this development, you can read the full article in The Independent here.
This decision has sparked a significant backlash, leading to a surge in users flocking to Bluesky, the social media platform founded by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey. Following the announcement of Musk’s changes, Bluesky reported a staggering influx of over half a million new users in less than 24 hours, so much so that the platform briefly experienced an outage due to the overwhelming sign-ups.
Bluesky has seized the opportunity to highlight Musk’s misstep, emphasizing its commitment to online safety by reassuring users that if they choose to block someone, that person cannot view their content. This stark contrast to X’s new policy is resonating with users looking for a safer online environment.
Historically, Twitter has seen waves of user migration under Musk’s leadership, especially during controversial incidents like the platform’s ban in Brazil, which resulted in Bluesky gaining over three million users almost overnight. This latest change to the blocking feature appears to be another catalyst for an ongoing decline in X’s user base.
Critics of Musk’s decision argue that the new blocking system places vulnerable users at greater risk, stripping them of a necessary tool to shield themselves from harassment and abuse. While some may view blocking as a means to control interactions on the platform, many users see it as a vital way to protect their personal space online.
As the backlash against Musk’s leadership continues to mount, it’s clear that his decisions are not only alienating current users but also inadvertently boosting competitors like Bluesky, which is positioning itself as a more user-friendly alternative. The rise of Bluesky amidst Musk’s blunders could signify a significant shift in the social media landscape, as users seek safer and more respectful online spaces.
Related links:
https://www.the-independent.com/tech/bluesky-x-twitter-elon-musk-block-b2630894.html
https://futurism.com/half-million-users-join-twitter-competitor
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