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2024 - 11 - 14

Bluesky: The ‘X’ Factor in Social Media Migration!

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As X users jump ship to Bluesky, we explore why the platform's soaring popularity might just make it the new Twitter!

In the whirlwind of social media dynamics, few stories are as intriguing as the meteoric rise of Bluesky, the alternative platform that’s pulling users away from Elon Musk's X. In just a short time, Bluesky has welcomed over a million new users since the US presidential election. Launched by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, this platform was initially an exclusive invite-only network before opening its doors to the public earlier this year. Now, it seems many are seeking refuge in Bluesky, abandoning the sometimes tumultuous seas of X in search of a calmer digital harbor.

Users have been flocking to Bluesky for various reasons — from wanting an escape from the divisive political climate ignited by Twitter's tumultuous ownership changes to the desire for a platform that feels a little less toxic. Notable celebrities, including the beloved Lizzo, have publicly declared their migration, contributing to the platform's charm as a go-to space for positive interactions. "I hate the internet. Anyways, I joined Bluesky because we're leaving toxicity in 2024," Lizzo expressed on her Instagram, encapsulating the sentiment of many seeking a refreshing change in their social media experience.

But what exactly is it about Bluesky that’s attracting the masses? Unlike traditional social media platforms, Bluesky is built on decentralized technology, allowing for a more user-controlled and less moderated environment. This offers a unique appeal where users feel more empowered over their social interactions and the content they choose to consume. In the world of rapid social media evolution, Bluesky shows promise as a strong competitor to X. If it continues to gain traction, we might be witnessing the rise of a new social media titan.

Interestingly, Bluesky isn’t just capturing individual users; it’s also luring in agencies and organizations looking for a sustainable online space. This strategy positions it not only as a social media platform but as a community-focused alternative that engages with various stakeholders while promoting positive discourse—a stark contrast to its competitor. As more users champion this new platform, the question lingers: will Bluesky rise to become the new Twitter or even surpass it?

In other dramatic social media comparisons, who could forget how quickly other platforms like Clubhouse shot to fame during the pandemic only to level off later? Bluesky’s trajectory seems far steadier, signaling that people are earnestly seeking refuge from the chaotic changes in the online landscape. So, whether you’re exploring memes or political commentary, keep your eyes peeled: Bluesky might just be the new sky under which social media thrives!

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Bluesky tops App Store list amid mass exodus from Elon Musk's X (The Independent)

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Bluesky has added 1 million new users since Trump's election as ... (Fortune)

Championed by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, Bluesky was an invitation-only space until it opened to the public in February. Richard Drew—AP.

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Bluesky adds 1 million users since US presidential election (Euronews)

The social media platform Bluesky has added one million users since the US presidential election as many users of Elon Musk's platform X look for an ...

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How to get started on Bluesky, the app some X users are defecting to (The Washington Post)

After X owner Elon Musk helped Donald Trump successfully run for office, some X users are jumping ship for the decentralized Twitter clone Bluesky.

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What's Bluesky? Officials, agencies flock new social media alternative (WUSA9.com)

WASHINGTON — Following the 2024 presidential election, some people just want a break from social media. But that's not the route everyone's taking.

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15 million users and counting: How Bluesky, X rival, is benefiting ... (Firstpost)

Bluesky, the alternative social media platform which is the brainchild of ex-Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, has gained over 1 million new users since the US ...

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Lizzo Latest Celeb to Join Bluesky Amid X Exodus—'Leaving ... (Newsweek)

"I hate the internet. Anyways I joined bluesky cus we're leaving toxicity in 2024," the singer posted on Instagram.

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Bluesky has added 1 million users since the U.S. election as people ... (Boston.com)

Championed by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, Bluesky was an invitation-only space until it opened to the public in February.

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X Exodus—Is Bluesky On Track To Be The New Twitter? (Forbes)

Two years after tech entrepreneur Elon Musk bought Twitter—only to later change its name and a whole lot more—a newish arrival to the scene could be its ...

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Bluesky Adds One Million New Users After Election (The New York Times)

In the week since the United States presidential election, Elon Musk has used X, the social media platform he owns, to reiterate his support for ...

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Bluesky Hits Top of Apple App Store as Users Seek X Alternative (TheWrap)

Bluesky raced to the top of Apple's App Store on Thursday, with new users flocking to the social app as an alternative to X after its owner, Elon Musk, ...

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Bluesky has been acting up today (The Verge)

By Jay Peters, a news editor who writes about technology, video games, and virtual worlds. He's submitted several accepted emoji proposals to the Unicode ...

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Who owns Bluesky? Here's who's behind the friendlier Twitter ... (AZCentral.com)

The main owner of Bluesky helped create a social media platform that discourages bots and hate speech and lets users curate their feed as they wish.

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Threads has grown by 15 million users this month (The Verge)

Adam Mosseri said Thursday that Threads has gotten “more than 15 million signups in November alone,” seemingly trying to throw some cold water over Bluesky ...

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Bluesky Down? X Alternate Faces Massive Outage As Thousands ... (Times Now)

Bluesky, the rival platform to Elon Musk's X, was down on Thursday as thousands of users signed up. Downdetector, platform that tracks online outages, ...

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What To Know About Bluesky—The Buzzy Social Media App ... (Forbes)

Bluesky, a text-based social media platform that is functionally similar to (and even shares the same co-founder as) X, formerly known as Twitter, ...

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What is Bluesky and why are people leaving X to sign up? (RTE.ie)

Around one million users signed up for social media site Bluesky in the week following Donald Trump's election win - but what is it?

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Is Bluesky down for you? Explosive growth leads to inevitable ... (ZDNet)

The swift expansion of the X rival reveals the urgent need for decentralized infrastructure to ensure a scalable, user-owned social platform.

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Lizzo Joins Bluesky & Explains Her Reasoning: 'I Hate the Internet' (Billboard)

“Anyways I joined bluesky cus we're leaving toxicity in 2024 ,” added the Grammy winner, who also shared the news on her Story and wrote, “#TheGreatMigration.

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Bluesky experiences outage as users flock to the platform (BBC News)

Bluesky has at times been the most downloaded app on the Apple Store in the days following the US election.

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X competitor Bluesky suffers outages as user signups skyrocket (Business Insider)

Bluesky has rapidly gained users as people say they're departing Elon Musk's X after the US election. It reported outages on Thursday.

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What is Bluesky? Social media app seeing rising popularity after ... (USA TODAY)

Social media platform Bluesky has seen a boom in new accounts since Election Day. Here's what to know.

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Bluesky has added 1 million users since the US election as people ... (KGO-TV)

Social media site Bluesky has gained 1 million new users in the week since the U.S. election, as some X users look for an alternative platform.

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People are fleeing Elon Musk's X for Threads and Bluesky. Welcome ... (Fortune)

Elon Musk during a campaign rally for Donald Trump. JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images. The deluge of goodbye messages from people leaving ...

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Bluesky crashes as Elon Musk's X faces exodus, with Hollywood ... (Hindustan Times)

Bluesky, a social network competing with X (Twitter), is gaining popularity with over 16 million users, including Hollywood celebrities.

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Bluesky attracts millions as users leave Musk's X after Trump win (Reuters)

Social media platform Bluesky is adding millions of users as people flee X after Donald Trump was elected U.S. President and as an upcoming change to the ...

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Bluesky attracts millions as users leave Musk's X after Trump win (EURACTIV)

Bluesky has gained about 2.5 million new users in the past week, raising its total users to more than 16 million.

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