Transportation reporter Andy Hawkins shares insights on the current shift in the electric vehicle industry, spotlighting the slowing pace of EV production and the renewed interest in robotaxis. He discusses why legacy automakers are struggling to adapt, especially against the backdrop of rising competition from Chinese manufacturers. Meanwhile, Evan Prodromou reveals updates on the ActivityPub protocol and the evolution of the fediverse, discussing platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky, and sharing thoughts on the future of decentralized social networking.

Evan Prodromou, a pioneer in decentralized social networks and director at OpenEarth Foundation, discusses the transformative potential of the fediverse. He highlights how the shift from centralized platforms like Twitter and Facebook threatens user autonomy. Prodromou shares insights on ActivityPub, emphasizing its role in connecting diverse social networks. He explores community dynamics, the importance of personal connections, and the growing engagement from major players like Meta. Tune in to learn about the future of open-source social media!

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.

The podcast covers topics such as ActivityPub and podcast advertising strategies. They discuss the controversy of auto downloads, evolution of AdResult's Media, targeted podcast advertising, and monetization strategies. Additionally, they explore the evolution of podcasting 2.0, the value for value model, and the launch of a personal journaling podcast.

Evan Prodromou, creator of ActivityPub, explains how the protocol enables open-source social networks in the Fediverse. They discuss the importance of interoperability, the adoption of ActivityPub, decentralized innovation, and the role of advertising in the decentralized network.