It functions as an alternative to X (formerly known as Twitter) and looks very similar in terms of its page design, colour and logo. 🥳[image or embed] — Bluesky (@bsky.app) 18 November 2024 at 02:51The main difference between Bluesky and X is that it is decentralised, which basically means users can host their data on servers other than those owned by the company. Some people have jumped across to Bluesky due to their dissatisfaction with X, which is owned by Elon Musk. Additionally, the number of new Bluesky users spiked following Donald Trump winning in the US elections in November. The Guardian also announced it would no longer post on X, saying it has become "a toxic media platform".

Source: The Herald November 18, 2024 13:29 UTC