After Brazil's Supreme Court banned the billionaire backed social media platform owned by Elon Musk, X, in the country, many citizens have turned to an alternative - Bluesky. This new social media network, which originated under Jack Dorsey's tenure as Twitter CEO, has seen a massive increase in downloads, exceeding that of X's competitor Threads. The platform's decentralised structure and similar user interface to X have contributed to its popularity, making it more difficult to shut down or control by government regulations. With the familiar timeline and control over content moderation, Bluesky has become the go-to choice for former X users in Brazil, leaving Threads lagging behind.
Brazil's Supreme Court Bans Twitter Alternative X, Citizens Turn to Bluesky
The Brazilian Supreme Court recently banned X, a social media platform owned by billionaire Elon Musk, sparking a surge in popularity for an alternative platform called Bluesky.
Background
X launched in Brazil in 2022 as a rival to Twitter. However, the platform has faced scrutiny from Brazilian authorities for its lack of content moderation and the spread of misinformation. In January 2023, the Supreme Court banned X in the country, citing concerns about the platform's potential to harm democracy.
The Rise of Bluesky
Following the X ban, many Brazilians have turned to Bluesky, a decentralized social media network founded by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey. Bluesky received significant funding and support from Dorsey, who has been vocal about his concerns regarding centralization and censorship on social media platforms.
Bluesky's user interface is similar to X, making it familiar for former users. However, it is decentralized, meaning that it is not controlled by a single entity and is less susceptible to government censorship or regulation.
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