Evan Prodromou, co-creator of ActivityPub, discusses the history and development of distributed social networks, making money on the Fediverse, the potential impact of IPv6, and managing social media accounts. They also touch on Wicke Travel, OpenEarth, and Twit Social.
Facebook's integration with the Fediverse is expected to bring a significant influx of new users and promote the growth of the network.
More organizations, such as universities and companies, are expected to start providing social network services through the Fediverse, offering more specialized and targeted experiences.
The Fediverse's future looks promising with the development of innovative applications, increasing adoption by various organizations, and mainstream recognition.
Deep dives
The Fediverse welcomes Facebook with the integration of Threads
Facebook's Threads joining the Fediverse is expected to bring a significant influx of new users and promote the growth of the network. The integration will allow organizations to provide content to Facebook's customers without Facebook's direct involvement, effectively distributing content and expanding the reach of the Fediverse. This partnership is set to shake up the internet as Twitter and other organizations may follow suit and adopt activity pub protocols.
Increasing Adoption by Organizations
Additional organizations, such as universities and companies, are expected to start providing social network services to their students, staff, and employees through the Fediverse. This decentralization, which aligns with the structure of real-world organizations, offers the potential for more specialized and targeted social networking experiences.
Innovative Applications
As the popularity of the Fediverse continues to grow, more innovative applications and software are expected to emerge. Developers are encouraged to explore concepts inspired by and derived from popular social networking platforms. The goal is to unbundle features from existing networks and provide unique Fediverse experiences that cater to specific interests and needs.
The Charm of the Fediverse
The Fediverse has a passionate and creative community, frequently coming up with wordplay-based hashtags and amusing trends. For instance, the #mossedon hashtag showcases pictures of donkey farms and mules, demonstrating the community's capacity for creating wholesome and unexpected content. Its unique charm makes exploring the Fediverse an enjoyable experience.
Future Prospects and Growth
The Fediverse's future appears promising, with Facebook's integration, the development of innovative applications, and increasing adoption by various organizations. The involvement of Reddit and Google is expected to accelerate the growth and mainstream recognition of the Fediverse, making it a significant player in the social networking landscape.
Doc Searls and Jonathan Bennett go deep into what's happening in the fediverse with Evan Prodromou, the co-creator of ActivityPub, the open protocol behind Mastodon and other truly social networks on the Internet.