It still takes a while before Meta(P92) joins the Fediverse and the recent times we have read a lot of things from both sides
Polls are not super reliable but maybe it will give a better overall picture of what you, the people using these platforms want
The result will not be the definite outcome for us but I do take it into heavy consider because I love you all very much!
"Would YOU want to federate with Meta's new platform?"
@stux one important aspect regarding Facebook (at least for US users) is the presence of small businesses. I do marketing for small locally owned businesses such as restaurants and tiny retail stores. These businesses drive local culture and they have a strong Facebook presence.
Facebook may be the only viable onramp for them to enter the Fediverse. As a group, they are not tech savvy at all.
But if people don't want ANY kind of business on Fediverse, my point is null and I also will fight you to the death that small business is not an important aspect of life and culture.
The other day I was waiting in my car at the lights when I noticed the van in front of me—with business graphics—had small Facebook, twitter and Instagram logos alongside a username that was common to them all. He was a tradesman, and he was using them to expanding his reach.
It struck me that it wouldn't be possible to do that easily on Mastodon without knowing their instance as well. Just a name and Mastodon logo isn't enough info.
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