Bluesky Surges Past 16 Million Users as Disgruntled X Migrants Flock to Decentralized Network
Bluesky experiences a massive influx of users fleeing X, pushing the decentralized platform past 16 million accounts. The migration comes alongside other major tech news, including another Cybertruck recall and Elon Musk's new government role.
Bluesky experiences a massive surge in new users as unhappy X users migrate to the decentralized social network. The platform grows past 16 million accounts, attracting diverse communities including music fans known as Swifties. For those looking to explore this alternative network, guides on how to get started are already helping newcomers navigate the transition.
Tesla issues its sixth Cybertruck recall in a single year, affecting 2,431 units due to a faulty drive inverter. Unlike a previous software fix, this specific defect requires Tesla technicians to physically replace the hardware at no cost to the vehicle owners. Meanwhile, Elon Musk prepares to take on a new role co-leading the incoming administration's Department of Government Efficiency alongside Vivek Ramaswamy.
Other notable tech stories this week include Mark Zuckerberg recording an acoustic cover of "Get Low" with T-Pain as a gift for his wife. A new medical study also reveals that standing desks do not offer the cardiovascular benefits many users expect. Additionally, internet personality Haliey Welch launches an AI-powered dating advice app aimed at Gen Z singles.