
Rewind: Can Mastodon seize the moment from Twitter?
Decoder with Nilay Patel
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Navigating Mastodon's Evolution
This chapter examines the challenges and opportunities facing Mastodon in the competitive landscape of social networking, particularly as it confronts platforms like Threads and potential involvement from Meta. The discussion delves into Mastodon's origins as a decentralized alternative to corporate-controlled social media, highlighting the need for sustainability and community engagement. It further explores the implications of increased visibility and collaboration while balancing idealism and the realities of monetization in the growing social media sector.
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