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A company exists to make money - period. I struggle to see why Meta making money off ActivityPub is a good thing.

There’s just no good reason to have a profit motive in social media when it simply doesn’t need to be there.

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There’s just no good reason to have a profit motive in social media when it simply doesn’t need to be there.

Exactly! In that regard, it’s like health care. The profit motive can only harm the public.

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This magazine is dedicated to discussions on the federated social networking ecosystem, which includes decentralized and open-source social media platforms. Whether you are a user, developer, or simply interested in the concept of decentralized social media, this is the place for you. Here you can share your knowledge, ask questions, and engage in discussions on topics such as the benefits and challenges of decentralized social media, new and existing federated platforms, and more. From the latest developments and trends to ethical considerations and the future of federated social media, this category covers a wide range of topics related to the Fediverse.

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