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Mass Migration from X to Bluesky Following US Election

Elon Musk's alignment with Donald Trump prompts users to leave X for Bluesky, seeking a more neutral social media platform.

  • Bluesky has gained over 19 million users, with a significant surge following the US presidential election results.
  • Elon Musk's involvement in Trump's administration and changes to X's terms of service have driven users to seek alternatives.
  • Bluesky offers a decentralized platform with user-customizable feeds, appealing to those discontent with X's perceived political bias.
  • Prominent figures and media outlets are migrating to Bluesky, citing concerns over hate speech and misinformation on X.
  • Despite Bluesky's growth, X remains a dominant platform with over 300 million active users, though facing a significant user exodus.
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