Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast Protocol Wars - The Fediverse Explained!
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Aug 27, 2024 Discover the intriguing world of the Fediverse, exploring the rivalry between Threads with ActivityPub and Bluesky's AT protocol. Learn how social media dynamics are shifting as users seek alternatives amid corporate upheaval. Delve into the demise of Google Buzz and what it teaches about privacy in social networking. Explore Mastodon's rise as a beacon of decentralization, while assessing new contenders like Instagram’s Threads. Unpack how these platforms are redefining user experiences and the future of online interactions.
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MySpace's Downfall
- MySpace's decline is attributed to a poor user experience, including excessive ads and a clunky interface.
- This led users to defect to Facebook, highlighting the impact of user experience on platform success.
Digg Exodus
- Digg's 2010 redesign was so user-hostile that many users migrated to Reddit.
- This mass exodus transformed Reddit into the platform it is today, demonstrating the power of user dissatisfaction.
Social Graph Stickiness
- A social graph represents a user's connections and interactions on a platform.
- This concept explains why users often remain on established platforms despite dissatisfaction, highlighting the stickiness of social connections.