Bem Vindos ao Bluesky (Over 2M Brazilians join Bsky in a week)
Bluesky has gained over 2.6 million users, mainly from Brazil, offering customizable feeds, an open ecosystem for developers, and a focus on safety and combating misinformation, especially during elections.
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Bluesky has recently welcomed over 2.6 million new users, with more than 85% from Brazil. The platform emphasizes user control and offers a unique social experience, allowing users to customize their feeds and engage with a diverse community of creators, journalists, and politicians. Bluesky operates on an open ecosystem model, enabling developers to modify the platform through its AT Protocol, fostering collaboration unlike traditional social networks. Upcoming features include video support and trending topics. Users can create personalized feeds, such as "Quiet Posters" for less active friends or "Catch Up" for popular posts. Bluesky also allows users to adopt their website names as usernames, enhancing authenticity. The platform assures users of its longevity and emphasizes the portability of accounts, enabling users to maintain connections even if other platforms shut down. Bluesky prioritizes safety and healthy discussions, with a dedicated moderation team available 24/7 to address reports of abuse or misinformation. The platform is proactive in combating electoral misinformation, with a team experienced in handling such issues.
- Bluesky has gained 2.6 million users, primarily from Brazil.
- The platform allows for customizable feeds and user control over content.
- It operates on an open ecosystem, enabling developers to create new applications.
- Bluesky emphasizes safety and has a dedicated moderation team.
- The platform is committed to combating misinformation, especially during elections.
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