Navigating Bluesky: Opportunities and Challenges for Content Creators

In the last few days, Bluesky has attracted millions of new users. Those that made the move (including me) are delighted at how non-hostile the environment is and, frankly, enjoying how much Bluesky is reminiscent of Twitter in the “good old days”. However, Bluesky uses a different architecture from traditional social media platforms like Twitter or … Continue reading Navigating Bluesky: Opportunities and Challenges for Content Creators

New paper: Content Creators at a Crossroads with Decentralised Social Media

Social media platforms and content creators benefit each other: social media platforms depend on the content made by creators, while creators rely on these platforms to share their content, expand their audience, and… make money. However, some content creators argue that mainstream, centralised social media (CSM) platforms like Facebook or Twitter have too much power … Continue reading New paper: Content Creators at a Crossroads with Decentralised Social Media