Startups For the Rest of Us Episode 744 | Bluesky, TinySeed is Raising, YC Backs Competitors, and More Hot Take Tuesday Topics
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Dec 17, 2024 Join Tracy Osborn, an active tech influencer and contributor to TinySeed, alongside Einar Vollset, co-founder of TinySeed, as they dive into the rising social media platform Bluesky. They make bold predictions about its future and engage in a friendly bet. The duo also discusses TinySeed's new fundraising efforts and how Y Combinator chooses to support competing startups. They tackle imposter syndrome faced by founders and reflect on the implications of potential social media regulations in Australia, highlighting the balance between freedom and safety.
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Tracy's Twitter to BlueSky move
- Tracy Osborn found Twitter valuable for her tech career, but the platform's vibe has changed.
- She now prefers BlueSky's early-stage community and API accessibility.
Einar's take on Twitter's change
- Einar Vollset has been on Twitter since 2007 and doesn't see a need for another platform.
- He finds Twitter's evolution into a broader range of viewpoints acceptable and doesn't mind the increased exposure to diverse opinions.
BlueSky for Indie Hackers
- BlueSky offers a community for indie hackers and makers to share their work.
- Tracy Osborne encourages people in this space to join the platform.