Bluesky Makes Major Announcement as Threads Chooses to Opt Out
Bluesky, a social media platform backed by Jack Dorsey and with a thriving user base of 1.5 million, has made an interesting decision. They have invited journalists and news organizations to self-verify by using their websites as usernames. This move is significant, especially considering that Threads, owned by Meta, has chosen not to include news content on its platform.
Bluesky has grown rapidly, attracting people with diverse interests in politics, sports and entertainment. Although the platform is still in its early stages, its goal is clear: to reach 10 million users. Bluesky now provides tools for organizations to manage the authentication of their suppliers. For example, a newsroom can verify its associated reporters via a subdomain such as @name.newsroom.com.
There are plenty of opportunities for suppliers and developers
For freelance editors and writers without official affiliations, Bluesky offers the option to set their website as a username. The company encourages users to actively engage with the platform by posting and interacting with a vibrant community. Active participation is key to gaining visibility in this growing ecosystem.
Developers also play a significant role in Bluesky’s vision. The aim of the platform is to create an open input marketplace that enables experimentation and the publication of algorithms available to everyone. Bluesky has been making waves on social media, surpassing one million users in September. The platform initially released a beta app in January that invited a select group to test its features, and by February it had amassed several hundred users.
Recently, Bluesky secured $8 million in a seed funding round, with Neo, a community-driven company, leading the way. Significant partners, such as Ali Partovi and Suzanne Xie, have also joined the financing. This capital investment is a positive sign of the platform’s growth and development prospects.
On the other hand, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced a user-friendly update to the Threads platform. Users now have access to an edit button that allows them to make changes to their posts within five minutes of posting. Previously, all post-edits required users to delete and re-post their content to correct errors.
Bluesky’s invitation to journalists and news organizations to empower themselves on its platform offers new and exciting opportunities for media professionals looking for alternative ways to connect with audiences. As the platform evolves and grows, it is quickly becoming a focal point for those looking for innovative opportunities in the ever-changing world of digital media.
