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Bluesky's Surge Amidst X's Turmoil
Bluesky experiences a massive user influx after the US election, fueled by controversies on X and its own improved features.
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- How many new users did Bluesky gain after the US election?
- Bluesky, a social media app created by Jack Dorsey, saw a surge of over 700,000 new users after the US election, largely attributed to Elon Musk's endorsement of Donald Trump and subsequent controversies on X (formerly Twitter).
- Besides users leaving X, what other factors contributed to Bluesky's rising popularity?
- Bluesky's growth has been fueled not only by users fleeing X but also by the platform's own improvements, such as the addition of direct messaging and video support, enhancing its appeal to a wider user base.
- What are some of the controversies surrounding Elon Musk's actions on X (formerly Twitter)?
- Elon Musk's actions on X, such as boosting pro-Trump content and altering the platform's algorithm, have led to accusations of bias and a mass exodus of users, including academics, seeking alternative platforms like Bluesky.
- What do the contrasting trajectories of X and Bluesky signify about the current social media landscape?
- The contrasting trajectories of X and Bluesky exemplify the impact of platform governance and user experience on social media landscape. Bluesky's success highlights the potential for alternative platforms to attract users disillusioned with existing dominant services.
- What did a study by the European University Institute reveal about the impact of Musk's ownership on Twitter's academic user base?
- The study from the European University Institute highlights a significant drop in active academic accounts on X after Musk's acquisition, indicating a shift in user experience and platform preference among researchers.