Mastodon, a decentralized social network, is transitioning to be owned by a European nonprofit. This shift aims to ensure that no single individual controls the platform, aligning with founder Eugen Rochko’s vision. Previously, Rochko was the ultimate decision-maker, but now, the platform’s 1.5 million monthly active users will have more say in content and timeline decisions. This change comes as other social media leaders like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk have faced criticism for altering policies on hate speech. Mastodon’s move to nonprofit status is part of its evolution to provide an alternative for users frustrated with the control dynamics of mainstream social networks. The transition won’t significantly alter the user experience, but Mastodon is developing a privacy-respecting search tool for the Fediverse, enhancing content discovery without relying on data-mining algorithms.
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