The Rise of Bluesky: Chaos and Community

This chapter examines the emergence of Bluesky as a new player in the social media landscape, amidst discussions of its federated system and chaotic user interactions. It highlights the unpredictable nature of platform popularity, drawing parallels to past technological rivalries, and explores the humorous challenges faced by a decentralized network. The conversation also touches on the tension between ambitious decentralization goals and the complexities of user engagement, moderation, and online interactions.