FT News Briefing

Jack Dorsey’s Bluesky takes on Twitter

May 10, 2023
Donald Trump faces legal consequences as a jury finds him liable for sexual abuse dating back to the 1990s. Meanwhile, Ireland is taking steps to create a sovereign wealth fund, capitalizing on its record budget surpluses. In international news, tensions rise as China condemns proposed EU sanctions on its companies supporting Russia. On the tech front, the podcast explores Bluesky, a new decentralized social media platform from Jack Dorsey, emphasizing its customizable user experience and moderated content.
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ANECDOTE

Blue Sky's Exclusivity

  • Blue Sky, created by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, is an invite-only platform.
  • It functions much like Twitter but with fewer features, currently lacking direct messaging.
INSIGHT

Decentralized Moderation

  • Blue Sky is a decentralized platform, giving users more control over content moderation.
  • Users can choose their preferred experience by selecting filters for various content types.
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