atomicpoet

@atomicpoet@calckey.social

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atomicpoet, to fediverse

A while back, I brought up the protocol as an alternative to . It's interesting how I received quite an angry DM from someone who strongly opposed the idea of encouraging ActivityPub users to try out Zot. According to him, he didn't want anyone "basic" disrupting his community. He believed that Zot's relative obscurity was part of its charm and didn't want it tainted by regular Mastodon users.

However, it's amusing because I can actually see Zot gaining popularity. You see, Threads won’t function using Zot. So, if you're looking for a simple way to avoid Meta content in your feed, just switch to another protocol that's similar to ActivityPub. And that protocol happens to be Zot.

I apologize if this sounds surprising, but I have a feeling that even "basic" folks will start using Zot before long.

atomicpoet,

@gr0k Threads doesn’t federate yet. They will, I imagine, in a few months.

atomicpoet,

@Suoko @gr0k They haven't federated yet, but lots of statements from Meta say that they plan on federating via ActivityPub within the next few months.

atomicpoet,

@Suoko @gr0k It seems like most people on the Fediverse aren't really interested in migrating to Threads. In fact, a lot of them are openly hostile towards Meta. Understandable, right?

Besides, even if Threads starts federating through ActivityPub, I don't see why anyone would feel the need to switch over. I mean, we would already receive all the Threads content through platforms like , , and . So, I wouldn't have to bother with creating a Threads account at all.

And honestly, if Threads were to turn off ActivityPub, I don't think it would be a big loss for me personally. I don't currently read anything from Threads, so if they stop federating, my experience would pretty much stay the same. And let me tell you, my experience right now is pretty good.

So yeah, that's where I stand on the whole Threads situation. If you have any thoughts or questions, feel free to share!

atomicpoet,

@Starry @gr0k @Suoko You're just selling me on staying put. If I could read certain Threads account but not have anyone from Threads interact with me, I'd be a happy camper.

atomicpoet,

@Starry @gr0k @Suoko Threads doesn't quite align with my preferences. In my opinion, Threads has some notable limitations that might not suit everyone's needs. It tends to be heavily centered around text, which can feel a bit restricting. Plus, there are a few features missing, like direct messages, the ability to quote messages, express reactions with emojis, and even use markdown formatting. Moreover, there's also a rather strict limitation on the number of characters allowed. Personally, I find these restrictions a bit inconvenient since I don't encounter them on my own server(s). I've really grown attached to the perks they offer, and I'd rather not give them up.

atomicpoet, to Futurology

I just had a look at #Meta's recent press release about #Threads, and something caught my attention right away.

For the very first time, they're acknowledging another #Fediverse platform alongside #Mastodon. Specifically, they're highlighting that #WordPress can now connect through #ActivityPub.

Now, you know Meta's PR department doesn't say things by accident. So here's why this is a big deal. Last time I checked, WordPress powers a whopping 43% of the Internet. Yeah, you heard that right! If you visit a website, there's a good chance it's using WordPress as its CMS.

Now, if even a fraction of those WordPress sites start federating, it could have a huge impact on the network effect of the Fediverse. Of course, Meta isn't oblivious to this. I've been talking about the potential of WordPress and ActivityPub for quite some time now.

But if you're particularly observant, you might also notice that they mention #Tumblr. We've known for a while that Tumblr is likely to integrate ActivityPub into their platform.

But here's an interesting tidbit: Did you know that one company, Automattic, not only owns Tumblr but is also the driving force behind WordPress?

I don't want to jump to conclusions, but once again, PR departments don't just drop hints randomly. I have a strong feeling that Meta has been having some high-level discussions with Automattic about the future of ActivityPub. It wouldn't surprise me if Meta has some insights into Automattic's upcoming plans for the Fediverse.

https://about.fb.com/news/2023/07/introducing-threads-new-app-text-sharing/

@fediversenews

atomicpoet,

@WA5PSA What in my initial post mentioned anything about robot overlords?

atomicpoet,

@WillardHerman Hey there! I just want to clarify that I'm not referring to Meta owning the majority of the Internet. That's definitely not the case, and it's also not what I was discussing in my post.

atomicpoet,

@AbandonedAmerica My posts on Mastodon look just like regular Mastodon posts. And guess what? WordPress posts also appear like Mastodon posts when viewed from Mastodon. But here's the magical part: when you look at WordPress posts from within WordPress itself, they totally rock the typical WordPress blog style. Thanks to ActivityPub, it's all possible!

As a content writer, you should try the ActivityPub for WordPress plugin for yourself.

atomicpoet,

@WillardHerman Hey, guess what? Meta can't buy or own the Fediverse, so no worries there! And here's another cool thing: you always have the power to de-federate from Threads. That means you can make sure you never receive any posts from there, effectively keeping yourself separate from Meta. Isn't that awesome?

atomicpoet,

@Jacky an@mastodon.social @AbandonedAmerica @admin I can receive your posts from WordPress to Calckey. I don’t know why it’s not appearing on mastodon.social. Maybe something’s up with federation there?

atomicpoet,

@WA5PSA Hey, just wanted to mention that I'm neurodivergent, which means I might not be the best at picking up on subtle cues or reading between the lines. So, if you could kindly provide some clarification on what you mean and how it relates to my original post, that would be really helpful. Thanks!

atomicpoet,

@tim @pfefferle Just to make it clear, I don't mean to suggest any sort of conspiracy here. I'm not implying that and are secretly working together or anything like that. I'm simply suggesting that it's possible they've had conversations about . It's a reasonable assumption, especially considering Meta has already been in discussions with admins who manage major Fediverse servers.

atomicpoet,

@tim @pfefferle You know, if I were in 's shoes, I'd be really interested in having some in-depth discussions about ' plans for . Imagine if ActivityPub became a widespread feature in WordPress installations, that would mean a massive influx of content flowing into . And let me tell you, from a content perspective, that would be a major victory for Meta. Just something worth considering!

atomicpoet,

@WA5PSA I want to clarify that I'm not suggesting that and might potentially take over the Fediverse. Instead, I'm talking about the current reality where can already federate through , and will be able to do the same in just a few months.

Now, you might be wondering if this will impact the independence of . Well, it's highly unlikely. Each Mastodon server operates independently from one another, and there's now over 10,000 servers out there. Even if Meta tried to acquire a few prominent servers, they couldn't possibly buy them all.

And as for the concern about Meta and Automattic overpowering Mastodon, there's no need to worry. Every Mastodon server has the power to decide what content gets displayed on their own server, and they can even choose not to federate if they prefer.

It's worth noting that Mastodon is just one type of server software that utilizes ActivityPub. There are other software options like , , and . By the way, I'm currently using myself.

From a broader perspective, Threads is just one node among many, and we, as a collective, comprise numerous nodes.

I hope that explanation makes things clearer for you! Let me know if you have any more questions.

atomicpoet,

@tim @WA5PSA I totally get what you mean. It might be oversimplifying things to say that WordPress can already federate through ActivityPub. When we talk about WordPress being able to do it, we're referring to its potential capabilities rather than what's currently the norm.

And you know what? If I were in Meta's shoes, I'd definitely be interested in having conversations about WordPress too. I mean, if I were Mark Zuckerberg, I'd want to find out if the ActivityPub for WordPress plugin will come pre-installed on future versions of WordPress. It's a valid point to consider.

If you have any more thoughts or questions, feel free to share!

atomicpoet, (edited ) to Instagram

Have you seen the latest update from the Help Center? It offers insight into how views the . Let's take a closer look at the highlighted text together:

" is planning to use a protocol called to connect with other servers that support this protocol. Our aim is to enable communication between Threads and users on different fediverse platforms that we don't own or control."

Now, considering everything we know about Meta and their business practices, you might wonder why they're doing this. Well, here are a few reasons that could shed some light:

  1. Regulatory pressure: While Meta is doing its best to compete with , they also want to avoid appearing like a monopolistic force. By joining the Fediverse, they can show regulators that they are simply becoming part of an existing social network.

  2. Zuckerberg's strategy: Mark Zuckerberg has been observing what's been happening with Twitter ever since Elon Musk acquired it, and he's learned some lessons. Twitter has faced criticism for various missteps like alienating journalists, restricting API access, and even requiring logins to view tweets. Zuckerberg wants to assure people that Threads is different from Twitter and avoid those same pitfalls.

  3. Embracing social media decentralization: It's widely acknowledged in the social media industry that the future lies in decentralization. The era of closed-off platforms is gradually coming to an end. Just as Compuserve couldn't survive the open Internet, walled garden social media platforms won't be able to thrive in the open Fediverse. Meta doesn't want to become the next Compuserve.

  4. Early entry into an emerging ecosystem: Meta is eager to establish itself in the emerging Fediverse ecosystem, much like they tried to do with the Metaverse. Being an early player allows them to take a leadership position before other major players like , , and jump on board.

However, it's worth noting that there might be a personal rivalry at play here. There have been rumors of a rivalry between Zuckerberg and Musk, and it seems they don't particularly like each other. So, one could speculate that Zuckerberg might want to undermine Musk by taking down Twitter, the platform Musk acquired for a hefty sum of $44 billion.

Hope that provides some context and clarity on why Meta is making these moves.

What do you think about Meta’s Fediverse explainer?

https://help.instagram.com/169559812696339

@fediversenews

atomicpoet,

@evohagan Call it hubris, but I think they’re wrong.

atomicpoet, to fediverse

I just want to say sorry to @gruber for comparing him to a child who had his toy taken away. My bad!

Now, I personally found @gruber's complaint a bit short-sighted. On one hand, he claims not to like Meta, even comparing them to a criminal organization. But as soon as there's some regulatory resistance against Meta, he starts complaining.

Here's the thing: do we really want Meta to continue behaving like a criminal organization? Or should we have laws in place to keep them in check?

I can't help but wonder if Meta would even consider integrating with if it weren't for the EU's regulatory pressure. Honestly, I highly doubt it.

As someone who is greatly respected in the tech community, I truly hope that @gruber would stand on the side of privacy rather than monopolies. After all, it's an important issue, right?

atomicpoet,

@raineer Okay, but @gruber’s complaint is that Threads can’t be used right now in the EU because of pro-privacy regulations.

atomicpoet, to random

Did you know that @blaine was actually an early employee at Twitter? Pretty cool, right? They've got some great insights on how social networks grow. It's not just about fancy features, but more about using your social connections to create a larger and more impactful network. That's how those Big Social platforms build their monopolies, you know?

Hopefully, in the future, we'll see some improvements in making it easier to switch between ActivityPub-enabled social networks. But hey, there's still a lot of work that needs to be done to make that happen.

RE: https://mastodon.social/users/blaine/statuses/110668126138677809

atomicpoet, to twitter

Isn't it crazy how AOC seems concerned about the possibility of one billionaire-backed clone () potentially outshining another billionaire-backed Twitter clone ()?

I really wish she understood the reasons behind Threads having an advantage over Bluesky: rather than embracing , Bluesky decided to develop their own protocol entirely.

It all comes down to a certain billionaire, Jack Dorsey, who wasn't keen on collaborating with the established . That's why Bluesky is most likely headed for failure.

atomicpoet,

@olavf Yep! And you know where she’s not? On or or or —none of which are funded by billionaires.

atomicpoet, to threads

So, I tried installing to check it out, but I ended up uninstalling it pretty quickly. Here's the deal: it's just another Twitter clone that's all about algorithms.

I get it, that's what most people are into. I understand that influencers, media, and celebrities attract a lot of attention. But that's just not my thing.

I might sound a bit "weird," but I actually prefer my reverse chronological feed where I have complete control over what and who I see. If I want to discover more stuff, I'll just use 's search feature, which may not be the best but works well enough for me.

Oh, and I deleted my Meta accounts for a good reason. Whenever I'm there, I feel this weird sense of discomfort, like I need a good shower afterwards.

I know I'm not your typical user. I've been part of the Fediverse since 2018 and have genuinely enjoyed it, even when it was just a small community of a few thousand people. We have a nice little community going on over here, and I don't need all the fancy stuff that Threads is offering right now.

I'm not trying to bash Threads or judge anyone who uses it. It's just not the right fit for me, plain and simple.

atomicpoet,

@fischerbits There’s more than one Calckey server out there for you to try. https://calckey.org/join/

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