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Getting Tangled Up in Threads

The Fediverse is currently divided over whether or not to block Threads. Here are some of the things people are worried about, some opportunities that might come from it, and what we need to do to prepare. #threads #meta #fediverse

https://wedistribute.org/2023/12/tangled-up-threads/

Getting Tangled Up in Threads - We Distribute

As Threads rolls out federation capabilities and tests out Fediverse compatibility, people are getting worked up over what's next.

We Distribute

Wow ;) I'm incredibly lucky to have come across people like you. The authors of those posts are actually right - managing /kbin is a significant challenge nowadays. It requires extensive knowledge and experience to keep it under control. But also I've never hidden that fact - the information about it is placed at the very top of the repository's readme ;) However, as I mentioned, a lot is changing very quickly https://kbin.social/m/RedditMigration/t/122333/Fediverse-won-t-replace-Reddit-as-long-as-Lemmy-is-the#entry-comment-478779. And we're all working hard on it, to improve and automate as many things as possible. Thanks to all of you, I believe I can face it head-on, and together we can create a better place. Better internet. Not just this instance, but cooperation between platforms is the key here.

Unfortunately, there are delays occurring again - I've decided that smooth website operation will be the priority this time. There are approximately 450k tasks waiting in the queue, and everything will be handled, but it will take some time. Today, we're also conducting final tests of the new infrastructure. It's taking a while because we're documenting templates that can later be used by others to create their own instances. I hope these are the last issues we have to endure ;)

Thanks for everything.

Fediverse won't replace Reddit as long as Lemmy is the main platform being promoted - RedditMigration - kbin.social

Think about things from the point of view of someone who has never used Reddit or the fediverse, but you've heard about them both from recent news articles and want to see what they are about....

RTR#48 Happy holidays everyone

For the past few days, I've patched up a few minor errors that there was never time for. I also took a short break from coding, but I'm still working on planning the federation. I'm trying to spend a bit more time with my family and recharge for the upcoming week. #kbinDevlog

https://kbin.social/m/kbinDevlog/t/721222

RTR#48 Happy holidays everyone - /kbin devlog - kbin.social

For the past few days, I've patched up a few minor errors that there was never time for. I also took a short break from coding, but I'm still working on planning the federation. I'm trying to spend a bit more time with my family and recharge for the upcoming week.

Huffman takes a "victory" lap: "As the AI era begins, Reddit is leaning into its humanity."

The moderator rebellion is crushed, there are no longer any third party apps competing with the official Reddit app and Reddit seems to be as popular as ever.“It’s a nice time right now,” he says. “I think we’re executing really well.” In 2024, the company plans to focus on three pillars. 1. Maximizing ad revenue 2.... #reddit #RedditMigration

https://www.fastcompany.com/90997770/reddit-steve-huffman-interview-ai-ipo-2024

As the AI era begins, Reddit is leaning into its humanity

In 2023, Reddit faced a moderator revolt. In 2024, it will explore the role of people-powered community in the AI age—and might complete a long-delayed IPO.

Fast Company

I came to the Threadiverse because Reddit was closing its APIs and building the walls higher around its garden.

I will be supremely disappointed if the Threadiverse collectively turns around and does the same thing.

Instances should be defederated when they do something harmful. Preemptively defederating is counterproductive, it gives Meta no incentive to do things right.

The State of the Federation, with Mastodon's Eugen Rochko

From the description:... #flipboard #dotsocial #mastodon #peertube #threads #fediverse

https://flipboard.video/w/cTBu4HusskGTuPBahqm6WY

The State of the Federation, with Mastodon's Eugen Rochko

PeerTube

Tim Chambers (@tchambers): "Next Turn in the Road #RedditMigration July 1st Planning

So for the #RedditMigration - the next turn in the road is July 1st. When the Apolo app goes dark. First thing: everyone should support @christianselig - buy merch, if you subscribe to the app decline your refund (see below)... But the #Threadiverse should also be ready. And any ways to do messaging, onboarding... #reddit #RedditMigration

https://indieweb.social/@tchambers/110628809050811380

Tim Chambers (@[email protected])

So for the #RedditMigration - the next turn in the road is July 1st. When the Apolo app goes dark. First thing: everyone should support @[email protected] - buy merch, if you subscribe to the app decline your refund (see below)... But the #Threadiverse should also be ready. And any ways to do messaging, onboarding and welcoming folks into the larger Fediverse should be in the planning stages NOW. cc @[email protected] @[email protected] @[email protected] https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/06/28/reddit-client-apollo-is-shutting-down-on-july-1st----please-decline-your-refund

Indieweb.Social

Christian Selig (@christianselig): "Really Important Apollo Update...."

"I just released a really important Apollo update that adds the ability for users with remaining subscription time left to decline an automatic refund. Devs pay refunds out of pocket, and this will be about $250K, so I thank you for your consideration. ❤️ Also, this update includes an amazing "Goodbye Apollo Wallpaper Set”... #RedditMigration

https://indieweb.social/@christianseli[email protected]/110623958187355289

Christian Selig (@[email protected])

Attached: 1 image I just released a really important Apollo update that adds the ability for users with remaining subscription time left to decline an automatic refund. Devs pay refunds out of pocket, and this will be about $250K, so I thank you for your consideration. ❤️ Also, this update includes an amazing "Goodbye Apollo Wallpaper Set” for your phone, tablet, or desktop, created by outrageously talented Apollo icon designers. You can unlock the pack with a donation that helps with refund costs. 🙂

Mastodon

Google execs admit users are 'not quite happy' with search experience after Reddit blackouts

Google executives acknowledged this month they need to do a better job surfacing user-generated content after the recent Reddit blackouts. #reddit #google #RedditMigration

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/06/26/google-execs-hope-new-search-feature-will-help-amid-reddit-blackouts.html

The thing that saddens me the most about the whole fedi/meta drama is a thing I can't prove, but that I think is likely because I've worked in these kinds of tech companies.

The notion that Meta is looking to embrace/extend/extinguish the fediverse is laughable. The entire fedi userbase is a rounding error for Meta. They arent looking to take down the fediverse, they're trying to take down TWITTER.

They want the celebs and journalists back. Take advantage of Twitter's tarnished reputation.