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Domain Name Wire Podcast
Friendster is back! – DNW Podcast #502
Sep 30, 2024
Mike Carson, founder of Park.io, has acquired the Friendster domain, aiming to bring back this nostalgic social network. The podcast dives into the motivations behind this relaunch, emphasizing user privacy. Carson shares his personal journey from domain frustration to creating innovative solutions for monitoring and capturing domains. The conversation also touches on the evolving domain market, including auction trends and decentralized naming systems, showcasing the importance of self-ownership in the digital landscape.
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- Mike Carson's revival of Friendster aims to create a nostalgic, user-focused platform that prioritizes privacy and well-being over engagement-driven algorithms.
- Carson reflects on his journey with Park.io, highlighting the challenges of competition and the eventual sale to Dynadot as a strategic decision for future growth.
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Reviving Friendster
Mike Carson has revived Friendster, one of the pioneering social networks, by acquiring its domain to launch a new platform. His motivation stemmed from nostalgia and a desire to create a positive online space, contrasting the current landscape dominated by controversial algorithms. Currently, he is focused on gradually opening the platform to users; there's already a significant waitlist of 250,000 people eager to join. Carson emphasizes that the new Friendster will prioritize user privacy and a non-addictive experience, steering clear of data sales and engagement-driven algorithms.
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