Yoel Roth, former head of Trust and Safety at Twitter, highlights the challenges decentralized social platforms face in combating misinformation, spam, and illegal content. He points out the limited moderation tools available to platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky, and the backslide in transparency compared to Twitter's past practices.

He emphasizes the unsustainable economics of moderation in federated approaches, referencing the shutdown of IFTAS due to funding issues. Roth also discusses the importance of behavioral signals, such as multiple accounts and unusual posting times, in detecting bots, especially with the rise of convincing AI-generated content.

He notes that relying solely on content analysis is insufficient and that tracking behavioral patterns is crucial in the fight against malicious actors.

Tired of dating apps? Many are finding love in unexpected online communities like Facebook meme groups, Reddit forums, and Twitter. These platforms offer a more natural way to connect, bypassing the algorithms and superficiality of traditional dating apps.

Couples are forming relationships through shared interests and humor, often in spaces not designed for dating. This approach allows for deeper connections to develop organically, resembling how people meet through friends.

Examples include a woman who met her husband in a Facebook meme group, and a couple who connected in an erotic pen pals forum on Reddit. Others find common ground through shared interests on platforms like Twitter, leading to more authentic relationships.

While dating apps have their downsides, the internet continues to foster meaningful connections in surprising ways, offering a refreshing alternative to the swipe-centric dating scene.