Decentralized Instagram alternative Pixelfed launches mobile apps | TechCrunchPixelfed has launched official mobile apps as a decentralized alternative to Instagram, emphasizing user privacy and an open-source approach.
A new security fund opens up to help protect the fediverse | TechCrunchThe Nivenly Foundation's new security fund incentivizes responsible vulnerability disclosure for fediverse applications.
Open-source TikTok alternative Loops coming to the fediverseLoops offers an open-source, privacy-focused alternative to TikTok, promoting user ownership and community engagement.
Open source alternatives to Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp raise funds on Kickstarter | TechCrunchOpen source social media alternatives like Pixelfed, Loops, and Sup are gaining traction as decentralized options against centralized platforms.
Substack rival Ghost is now connected to the fediverse | TechCrunchGhost now integrates with the fediverse, allowing publishers to share posts across federated platforms.
Open-source TikTok alternative Loops coming to the fediverseLoops is an open-source alternative to TikTok, emphasizing user privacy and community moderation.
Decentralized Instagram alternative Pixelfed launches mobile apps | TechCrunchPixelfed has launched official mobile apps as a decentralized alternative to Instagram, emphasizing user privacy and an open-source approach.
A new security fund opens up to help protect the fediverse | TechCrunchThe Nivenly Foundation's new security fund incentivizes responsible vulnerability disclosure for fediverse applications.
Open-source TikTok alternative Loops coming to the fediverseLoops offers an open-source, privacy-focused alternative to TikTok, promoting user ownership and community engagement.
Open source alternatives to Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp raise funds on Kickstarter | TechCrunchOpen source social media alternatives like Pixelfed, Loops, and Sup are gaining traction as decentralized options against centralized platforms.
Substack rival Ghost is now connected to the fediverse | TechCrunchGhost now integrates with the fediverse, allowing publishers to share posts across federated platforms.
Open-source TikTok alternative Loops coming to the fediverseLoops is an open-source alternative to TikTok, emphasizing user privacy and community moderation.
Ghost connects its newsletters to the open webGhost platform now supports fediverse connectivity via ActivityPub, enhancing user engagement across various social platforms.
Threads users can now see who follows them from other fediverse servers | TechCrunchThreads now allows users to see likes and followers from other fediverse platforms.Users have a new 15-minute window to edit their Threads posts.
As the open social web movement grows, a new nonprofit launches to expand the 'fediverse' | TechCrunchThe Social Web Foundation is launching to enhance the fediverse, improve ActivityPub, and educate users, especially after Meta's Threads adoption.
Threads makes it easier to evangelize the open social web with a new direct link feature | TechCrunchMeta's Instagram Threads enhances accessibility to fediverse features, promoting cross-platform sharing and interoperability.New URL for enabling fediverse sharing boosts user engagement and content reach, demonstrated at FediForum.
Threads is going all-in on the fediverse, and users have some questionsThreads is enhancing interoperability within the fediverse, allowing connections with users on different platforms.
Forum software NodeBB joins the fediverse | TechCrunchNodeBB's integration into the fediverse represents a significant expansion for forum software into decentralized social networking.
Ghost connects its newsletters to the open webGhost platform now supports fediverse connectivity via ActivityPub, enhancing user engagement across various social platforms.
Threads users can now see who follows them from other fediverse servers | TechCrunchThreads now allows users to see likes and followers from other fediverse platforms.Users have a new 15-minute window to edit their Threads posts.
As the open social web movement grows, a new nonprofit launches to expand the 'fediverse' | TechCrunchThe Social Web Foundation is launching to enhance the fediverse, improve ActivityPub, and educate users, especially after Meta's Threads adoption.
Threads makes it easier to evangelize the open social web with a new direct link feature | TechCrunchMeta's Instagram Threads enhances accessibility to fediverse features, promoting cross-platform sharing and interoperability.New URL for enabling fediverse sharing boosts user engagement and content reach, demonstrated at FediForum.
Threads is going all-in on the fediverse, and users have some questionsThreads is enhancing interoperability within the fediverse, allowing connections with users on different platforms.
Forum software NodeBB joins the fediverse | TechCrunchNodeBB's integration into the fediverse represents a significant expansion for forum software into decentralized social networking.
Sub.club is here to help the fediverse make moneyThe fediverse faces monetization challenges that sub.club seeks to address, enhancing opportunities for content creators.
Simplifying the Fediverse: How to Integrate Platforms Like Flipboard, Surf, Bluesky, Mastodon, and PixelfedUnderstanding each platform's strengths is essential for integration in the Fediverse.Clarifying your goals will shape how to effectively utilize each platform.
Threads will show how many followers you have in the fediverseThreads enhances fediverse interaction by allowing users to view detailed follower profiles from other servers.
Threads deepens its ties to the open social web, aka the 'fediverse' | TechCrunchThreads is expanding its integration with the fediverse, allowing users broader visibility and interaction across social media platforms.
Mike McCue: Why Flipboard Sees the Fediverse as Its FutureFlipboard is transitioning to embrace the decentralized web, aiming to become a 'Fediverse browser.'
Mastodon's weaknesses and how to fix themMastodon offers a decentralized alternative to Twitter, but it still has significant weaknesses that need addressing.
Sub.club is here to help the fediverse make moneyThe fediverse faces monetization challenges that sub.club seeks to address, enhancing opportunities for content creators.
Simplifying the Fediverse: How to Integrate Platforms Like Flipboard, Surf, Bluesky, Mastodon, and PixelfedUnderstanding each platform's strengths is essential for integration in the Fediverse.Clarifying your goals will shape how to effectively utilize each platform.
Threads will show how many followers you have in the fediverseThreads enhances fediverse interaction by allowing users to view detailed follower profiles from other servers.
Threads deepens its ties to the open social web, aka the 'fediverse' | TechCrunchThreads is expanding its integration with the fediverse, allowing users broader visibility and interaction across social media platforms.
Mike McCue: Why Flipboard Sees the Fediverse as Its FutureFlipboard is transitioning to embrace the decentralized web, aiming to become a 'Fediverse browser.'
Mastodon's weaknesses and how to fix themMastodon offers a decentralized alternative to Twitter, but it still has significant weaknesses that need addressing.
Bridgy Fed, a project to connect the open social web, is now becoming a nonprofit | TechCrunchBridgy Fed connects Bluesky with the fediverse, promoting infrastructure development for the open social web.
Sub.club aims to fund the fediverse via premium feeds | TechCrunchSub.club aims to enhance the creator economy within the fediverse by offering paid subscription options for Mastodon users.
Fediverse creator payment platform sub.club is shutting downSub.club is shutting down due to lack of funding and insufficient market traction despite initial promise for content monetization on the fediverse.
Sub.club aims to fund the fediverse via premium feeds | TechCrunchSub.club aims to enhance the creator economy within the fediverse by offering paid subscription options for Mastodon users.
Fediverse creator payment platform sub.club is shutting downSub.club is shutting down due to lack of funding and insufficient market traction despite initial promise for content monetization on the fediverse.
Threads now allows users to follow fediverse accounts directly in its appMeta is enhancing Threads by enabling users to follow Mastodon and other fediverse accounts, promoting interoperability.
Threads takes an important baby step toward true fediverse integrationThreads has rolled out functionality to follow fediverse accounts, but posts from these accounts won't appear in the main feed.
Threads is making fediverse replies more visible in its appThreads is increasing visibility of fediverse replies, enhancing integration with decentralized social media.Users need to opt-in to view fediverse replies, limiting access and engagement.
You might start seeing Instagram comments on Threads soonMeta is looking to integrate Instagram comments sharing on Threads, enhancing cross-platform interaction.
Threads now allows users to follow fediverse accounts directly in its appMeta is enhancing Threads by enabling users to follow Mastodon and other fediverse accounts, promoting interoperability.
Threads takes an important baby step toward true fediverse integrationThreads has rolled out functionality to follow fediverse accounts, but posts from these accounts won't appear in the main feed.
Threads is making fediverse replies more visible in its appThreads is increasing visibility of fediverse replies, enhancing integration with decentralized social media.Users need to opt-in to view fediverse replies, limiting access and engagement.
You might start seeing Instagram comments on Threads soonMeta is looking to integrate Instagram comments sharing on Threads, enhancing cross-platform interaction.
With this latest deal, Flipboard looks to build a news ecosystem beyond X | TechCrunchFlipboard now manages mirrored news accounts from Press.coop, aiming to enhance access to news within the open social web.
Why I'm Shifting My Social Media Presence to the Fediverse and FlipboardShifting to the Fediverse and Flipboard fosters meaningful connections and a user-centric digital experience.
With this latest deal, Flipboard looks to build a news ecosystem beyond X | TechCrunchFlipboard now manages mirrored news accounts from Press.coop, aiming to enhance access to news within the open social web.
Why I'm Shifting My Social Media Presence to the Fediverse and FlipboardShifting to the Fediverse and Flipboard fosters meaningful connections and a user-centric digital experience.
Need a Twitter Alternative? Try One of These Other Social Media NetworksAlternative social networks are emerging as viable options to traditional platforms like Facebook and Twitter, focusing on decentralization and privacy.
Why publishers are preparing to federate their sitesDigital media companies like The Verge and 404 Media are exploring the fediverse to control their referral traffic and enhance audience engagement.
As TikTok ban threatens stability in social media ecosystem, some brands settle into the fediverseTikTok faces potential ban in the US, forcing brands to rethink audience ownership and explore alternatives like the fediverse.