The Age of Social Media Is Changing and Entering a Less Toxic Era
The Age of Social Media Is Changing and Entering a Less Toxic Era
I don't know where to post: there are too many social platforms, and the old giants are dying. The age of social media is splintering.
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Translation: Please don't leave! We need to exploit your private data! 😥
huh? this article isn't saying anything like that.
No but they're trying to manufacture the appearance that it'll get better so you'll stick around. It's "baby I'm sorry, I know I fucked up but I promise I'll change".They're right; the article is partly about the fediverse.
Again, the article isn't saying anything like that.
You know what, you're right.
Though none of these platforms have tried to make money yet, there are a variety of business paths: Like Threads, platforms could turn to in-app ads, or like Mastodon, platforms could turn to grants, donations, and sponsorships. Since the business model shapes how the platform works, people would be free to set up shop on the platforms they prefer.
The fediverse has so little content that it makes it hard to imagine anyone paying for something that gives you less content and participation than any unregistered lurker gets from something like reddit for free
The fediverse has so little content
So far.
I would argue that the only reason Reddit and the like is so popular was because of convenience. If the fediverse becomes convenient, people will post.