Bluesky Gains Momentum as Users Flee X for New Social Media Options
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Bluesky, a microblogging platform originally a Twitter project, has seen a surge in new users as people seek alternatives to X, formerly Twitter, following Elon Musk's support for Donald Trump in the US election. This shift comes amid concerns over increased toxic content and Musk's influence on X. Major brands and celebrities are leaving X, citing its polarizing nature and Musk's rhetoric. Bluesky has gained over 1 million new users recently, reflecting a broader trend of users migrating to other platforms.
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- X sees largest user exodus since Musk takeover NBC News
- End of a love affair: news media quit X over 'disinformation' The Economic Times
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