I feel like the reason #Mastodon, and the #Fediverse at large, aren’t taking off has to do with the fact that they’re actually social networks. People don’t seem to want a social network, they want content platforms. People aren’t using #Twitter or #Threads or #TikTok to keep up with their friends these days, they’re using these apps to entertain themselves. And since #Facebook and every other platform that used to be a social network began pivoting toward content promotion, I think society has forgotten what a social network is supposed to actually be anymore.
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@Chozo this is a super-great point. on its merits, mastodon is inherently more *social*- it’s a place for discourse and connection, not raw eyeballs and engagement. lower volume but much higher intent/quality of discussion.