User Exodus: Bluesky Surges as X Faces Controversial Changes

As X (formerly Twitter) continues to implement controversial changes, users are flocking to Bluesky, resulting in a remarkable increase of 500,000 new users in just one day [955d358b]. One of the most contentious updates from X is a new policy that allows users who have been blocked to still see posts from the accounts that blocked them, raising significant safety concerns among users [955d358b]. Elon Musk's apparent disdain for the blocking feature has been noted, further fueling dissatisfaction among the platform's user base [955d358b].

In addition to the blocking policy, X has updated its terms of service to include a clause that permits the use of user data to train artificial intelligence models, effective November 15th [955d358b]. This move has sparked concerns regarding user privacy and data security, prompting many to reconsider their presence on the platform. Disputes arising from these changes will be handled in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, indicating a shift towards more formalized legal frameworks for user grievances [955d358b].

The introduction of private likes on X, which allows users to keep their likes hidden from others, was initially seen as a positive step towards enhancing user privacy [77351f3f]. However, the recent changes have overshadowed this feature, leading to a growing sentiment that X is becoming less user-friendly and more invasive [955d358b].

As users migrate to Bluesky, the platform is positioning itself as a viable alternative to X, capitalizing on the discontent surrounding X's recent policy shifts [955d358b]. The ongoing changes at X, coupled with the rise of Bluesky, highlight a significant moment in the evolution of social media platforms and user preferences [955d358b].