Decentered Season 2 Episode 2: FediForum Recap
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Jun 14, 2025 
Saskia Welch, from Newsmast, works on fostering community connections. She shares insights from the recent FediForum, emphasizing collaboration and community engagement. The discussion touches on the need for organizations to control their social spaces rather than relying on tech giants. They also explore the evolving landscape of content discoverability in decentralized media and the impact of user-centric platforms. Finally, Saskia reflects on the energizing experience of community events and encourages participation in ongoing conversations about social media.
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Fediverse Needs Less US-Centric View
- The internet and social platforms are heavily US-centric, but FediForum highlighted the need to be less American-centric.
- Europe offers fresh approaches through decentralization and government-backed initiatives, providing valuable lessons for the US.
Contrasting US and EU Fediverse Views
- The American Fediverse perspective tends to be libertarian, focusing on individual ownership and control.
- Europe, conversely, pursues civic infrastructure, aiming to provide services for the public good rather than a rebellious social movement.
Automate Data Portability for Users
- Build user-friendly systems where data ownership and portability are seamless and automatic.
- This approach prepares users to access their data and move platforms without needing technical expertise.