#089 Bluesky

Hash #89: The New Social Media Contender

Recent developments in social media highlight the emergence of new platforms, evolving data ownership concerns, and significant regulatory changes.

🌐 Bluesky's Rise as a Twitter Alternative: Bluesky, a decentralized social media platform founded by Jack Dorsey, has rapidly grown to over 24 million users. It offers customizable algorithms and user-selected moderation filters, positioning itself as a compelling alternative to traditional platforms like Twitter.
🔒 Ownership of Social Media Content: Legal analyses indicate that while users create content on platforms like Facebook, the platforms often hold broad rights over user-generated content. This raises questions about data ownership and privacy, emphasizing the importance of understanding platform terms and advocating for user rights.
🛡️ Australia's Social Media Age Restrictions: Australia has enacted a groundbreaking law prohibiting children under 16 from using major social media platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. The legislation mandates platforms to implement age verification measures, with fines up to $33 million for non-compliance, aiming to protect young users' mental and physical health.