Mike McCue

Dan Seifert, a Staff writer at The Verge known for his consumer electronics insights, teams up with Mike McCue, CEO of Flipboard and web veteran, to explore the transformative potential of ActivityPub in social media. They discuss how this decentralized standard could enhance user interaction beyond platforms like Twitter and Facebook. The hosts also reflect on the chaotic weather app landscape, including the impact of Apple’s outages and the legacy of Dark Sky, diving deep into customization and user preferences in both tech sectors.

Mike McCue, Founder and CEO of Flipboard, unveils Surf, a groundbreaking social web browser that aggregates content from various platforms, revolutionizing social media engagement. He discusses the importance of community-building and the role of curated content in a fragmented digital landscape. The conversation also touches on OpenAI's reorganization, the rampant misuse of AI in workplaces, and the ethical implications of AI in academia. As the discussion unfolds, humor and insights about AI's limitations in news reliability add a light-hearted touch.

Mike McCue, founder of Flipboard and a former Twitter board member, discusses the shift towards decentralization in the digital world. He shares insights on his new app, Surf, designed to empower users on the open social web. The conversation dives into the importance of platforms like Blue Sky and Mastodon, the potential of decentralized protocols, and how they can reshape user experiences. McCue also touches on the role of AI in social media, advocating for user control over algorithms to foster authentic interactions.