Jack Dorsey, the co-founder and former CEO of X/Twitter, made headlines once again after stepping down from the board of Bluesky, a decentralized social media network he helped create, fund, and promote. This move marks a significant shift in his involvement with the platform.
Bluesky began as a small research project within Twitter back in 2019 and officially became its standalone platform in 2022. The core objective of Bluesky is to establish a common operating standard for social media platforms to enable seamless interoperability between apps. Essentially, it aims to bring about a new era of social media interaction, similar to Twitter, which it was designed to replace.
Jack Dorsey was an integral part of Bluesky’s journey, serving on the board since its split from Twitter two years ago. However, in a recent update on X, he simply replied “no” when asked about his current status on the board, signaling his departure. In addition, he took to social media to advocate for “freedom technology,” emphasizing the importance of defending rights independently.
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Following Dorsey’s exit, Bluesky released an official statement expressing gratitude for his support in funding and initiating the project. The company is now on the lookout for a new board member who shares their vision of empowering users to take control of their social media experience.
In a series of interesting developments, Dorsey reportedly unfollowed over 2,000 accounts over the weekend, and he also commented on government surveillance issues. On X, he now follows only three individuals: Elon Musk, Edward Snowden, and Stella Assange.
It’s worth noting that Dorsey’s recent public embrace of X marks a shift from his previous criticisms of Elon Musk’s leadership. Furthermore, Dorsey’s involvement in the fintech conglomerate Block has come under scrutiny, with ongoing investigations into alleged compliance issues.
Despite these challenges, Dorsey remains focused on Block’s mission and largely dismissed recent reports during the company’s earnings call. The tech entrepreneur continues to navigate the dynamic landscape of social media and technology with his trademark ambition and vision.