Bluesky rolls out cashtags and LIVE badges amid a boost in app installs
Sarah Perez / techcrunch - Bluesky adds new features to its app amid a boost in installs due to the deepfake drama on X.
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Bluesky Hits 40 Million Users, Introduces 'Dislikes' Beta
BeauHD / slashdot - Bluesky has surpassed 40 million users and is launching a "dislikes" beta to improve its personalization algorithms and reduce toxic content. TechCrunch reports: With the "dislikes" beta rolling out soon, Bluesky will take into account the new signal to i…
Back to Top / Friday, October 31, 2025, 9:20 pm / permalink 15582 / 3 stories in 4 months
Mastodon snags Bluesky’s starter packs feature and includes the ability to opt out
Emma Roth / theverge - Mastodon is introducing “Packs” to help you quickly find accounts to follow and fill up your feed. The decentralized social network announced the feature as part of the FediForum event on Tuesday. It will work similarly to Starter Packs on Bluesky, which …
Back to Top / Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 2:20 pm / permalink 15009 / 4 stories in 4 months
Bluesky brings age verification to South Dakota and Wyoming
Emma Roth / theverge - Bluesky will now check the ages of users located in South Dakota and Wyoming to comply with local online safety laws. The platform announced on Wednesday that users in both states will be able to prove their age using an ID, payment card, face scan, or ot…
Back to Top / Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 1:21 pm / permalink 14286 / 3 stories in 5 months
Bluesky finally has a private bookmarking feature
engadget - Bluesky has added a built-in bookmarking feature so users finally have a way to privately save posts on the platform. The update is out now on Bluesky's website and app.Bookmarks on Bluesky work pretty much like they do on any other service. Save a post a…
Back to Top / Monday, September 8, 2025, 6:20 pm / permalink 14091 / 2 stories in 5 months
Bluesky blocks Mississippi under new age verification law
Adi Robertson / theverge - Bluesky will block access from Mississippi IP addresses in response to a new state law requiring age verification and parental consent for underage users. The decision, outlined in a blog post, will stand until courts decide the fate of the law. “Mississi…
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Bluesky is adding age verification features for users in the UK
Karissa Bell / engadget - Bluesky users in the UK will soon need to verify their age if they want continued access to direct messages and all of the service's content. The company will begin rolling out age verification features later this month in order to comply with a UK law th…
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Bluesky users can customize their notifications, including activity alerts from their favorite accounts
Lauren Forristal / techcrunch - Bluesky updated its notifications to allowing users to personalize their experience, including the option to be notified only when accounts reply to them.
Back to Top / Monday, July 7, 2025, 3:21 pm / permalink 9545 / 3 stories in 7 months
Introducing Bounce, a tool to move your following between Bluesky and Mastodon
Sarah Perez / techcrunch - A major development showcasing the potential for the open social web was unveiled Thursday at the online conference known as FediForum. The makers of Bridgy Fed, the tool that connects decentralized open social networks, like Mastodon and Bluesky, develop…
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Bluesky Expands Verification For Notable Users
Bluesky has officially opened its verification program by inviting applications from accounts deemed “authentic and notable.” The platform is now automating blue checkmarks for users as part of its new approach to ensure a trustworthy network experience, leaving many to wonder how stringent the criteria might be.
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Bluesky tests live NBA indicator for playoff updates
Bluesky is trialing a feature that adds a bold red border and live callouts during NBA games—especially in the heat of the playoffs—to catch fans’ attention in a playful, if over-the-top, bid to compete with traditional sports media.
Back to Top / Monday, May 19, 2025, 12:20 pm / permalink 5030 / 3 stories in 9 months