The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has abandoned X, formerly known as Twitter, and moved its communications to Bluesky. This decision reflects a growing unease with Elon Musk’s ownership and direction of the platform, and a desire for a more reliable and less politically charged environment for disseminating crucial health information.
The EMA’s departure isn’t simply a shift to a new social media platform; it’s a strategic move signaling a lack of confidence in X’s ability to consistently deliver vital public health messages. The agency clearly feels it can no longer depend on X as a dependable means of reaching the public with essential information, potentially impacting citizens who rely on the platform for updates on medications and medical decisions.… Continue reading
Days before a potential US TikTok ban, the Chinese social media app RedNote experienced a massive influx of American users seeking an alternative. Over 700,000 new users joined in just two days, boosting US downloads by over 200% year-over-year. This surge prompted RedNote to rapidly adapt, focusing on English-language content moderation and translation tools. The company, valued at $17 billion, sees this as an opportunity for global expansion, mirroring TikTok’s success. The unexpected growth also positively impacted the share prices of related Chinese companies.
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Following the recent U.S. presidential election, X experienced its largest user exodus since Elon Musk’s acquisition, with users migrating to platforms like Bluesky and Threads. This mass departure is attributed to escalating concerns about bots, partisan advertising, and harassment, issues perceived as reaching a breaking point after the election. Platforms like Bluesky saw a significant surge in new users, including notable groups such as Taylor Swift fans, highlighting a growing dissatisfaction with X’s current environment. This shift underscores the importance of platform ownership and user control, as individuals seek alternative spaces for online communication.
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