Bluesky backlash misses the point | TechCrunch
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Bluesky faces branding challenges, risking labeling as a liberal echo chamber without showcasing its broader network of apps built on its protocol. Recent criticisms highlight a decline in engagement quality, prompting users like Mark Cuban to express discontent over hateful replies and a lack of diverse dialogue. Prominent figures such as Elon Musk have leveraged this unrest, suggesting Bluesky has become overly critical. The future of Bluesky's growth depends on addressing these perceptions and clearly communicating its wider community and functionality.
Investor Mark Cuban expressed concern that replies on Bluesky have turned increasingly hateful, suggesting that users now often resort to extreme labeling of dissenters, which may push users back to X.
Elon Musk referred to Bluesky's community as a 'bunch of super judgy hall monitors,' capitalizing on dissatisfaction among users regarding the platform's atmosphere.
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