Bluesky

Stricter social media regulations could inadvertently empower tech giants, hindering innovation and smaller competitors, warns Bluesky’s COO Rose Wang. While supporting youth safety measures, she fears regulations might concentrate power and make it impossible for new platforms to emerge. Australia’s pioneering age verification laws, setting a global precedent, are cited as an example of measures that could disproportionately impact smaller entities. Wang advocates for balanced regulations that protect smaller players while effectively governing Big Tech.

Bluesky is pivoting from a direct X competitor to a community-focused platform inspired by Reddit. COO Rose Wang stated the goal is not to replicate past social media but to evolve into a useful discovery mechanism beyond broad public feeds. This shift leverages its open AT Protocol to foster diverse applications and communities. Despite user engagement challenges and funding, Bluesky aims to improve video features and cautiously explore monetization beyond traditional advertising, prioritizing a community-centric vision.