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2024 - 10 - 17

BlueSky Plummets Down: Did Twitter’s Rival Get Hit by the Creep Wave?

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It looks like BlueSky's trying to fly but hit a snag! The X/Twitter rival has gone offline after users raised concerns over new features. Is it a technical glitch or a creep attack?

In a world where social media platforms are as common as teabags in a British kitchen, BlueSky rose to fame as a promising competitor to X, formerly known as Twitter. However, the recent outage has left the social media landscape buzzing with questions and concerns. Users woke up to find their favourite microblogging service knocked offline, sparking speculation about whether it’s just a technical hiccup or something more ominous. Could this outage be linked to the platform's controversial new features?

Just when it seemed BlueSky was soaring high, the infamous ‘block button’ changes have raised eyebrows and led many users to have serious reservations. Critics argue that these changes could inadvertently enable ‘creeps’ to invade their online spaces, dragging a once-supportive community into a web of worry. User feedback played a significant role in shaping how platforms like BlueSky evolve, and it appears that many are crying out for better safeguards. Is this a classic case of good intentions gone awry?

As the tech staff scramble to get the platform back up, users are flocking to X to express their frustrations. When stepping into the social media boxing ring, it’s clear that a single misstep can send even the shiniest contenders crashing to the ground. BlueSky might've had its wings clipped due to adverse reactions to features that many had hoped would improve their experience. In the tech world, the fine line between innovation and inconvenience is often as thin as a tightly stretched wire!

But fear not, dear users! Internally, BlueSky has seen great success since its launch, attracting a variety of users including journalists, influencers, and everyday Britons! As the platform works to regain its credibility and trust, one can only hope it troubleshoots these issues swiftly. After all, social media networks should nurture connections, not enable unwanted interactions!

Did you know that the ‘creep’ phenomenon isn’t just limited to social media? Studies show people are more likely to block or avoid contact with those who make them feel uncomfortable both online and offline. Meanwhile, Twitter has had to deal with its fair share of controversies surrounding harassment and user safety. It's a tragic irony that competing platforms sometimes mirror the very issues they aim to resolve!

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Image courtesy of "The Independent"

BlueSky down: X/Twitter competitor knocked offline after mass ... (The Independent)

Outage comes after changes to block button that users have argued will enable 'creeps'

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