#microblogging

[prokopetz]

I think there should be a microblogging platform where the complete text of each post is also its primary database key. Want to make a post with the exact same text that anyone else has ever made? Key integrity violation, try again. This would not benefit anyone in any way.

[gioia-rodica]

Me 3 years ago: "Me being Jewish is the happenstance of my birth. I don't feel super connected to this aspect of my identity."

Me after spending 2.5 years in the psychological pressure cooker that is post-7/10 internet: "So anyway my D&D character is descended from Jews that got isekai'd into the setting a few centuries ago. Her society is divided into 12 major tribes named after precious stones. Her dream is to one day visit Real Life Jerusalem through a portal like the one that brought her ancestors to this world -"

[1-800-horrorfilms]

shoutout steve harrington for not making some poor girl have 6 kids and instead doing the reasonable thing and becoming a coach 👍 and shoutout eddie munson bc im pretty sure the only reason steve got that ending is the fact that steddie is inescapable lmao 🫡

[beclight]

hiii guys forgot to post about it, but I made a website!!(*˘︶˘*).｡.:*♡

A SparkleCog's Frenzy₊

It's a personal website and so far it contains:

-An art archive of my drawings

-An archive of HUNDREDS of SparkleCare, Crackcare, and TRP (and other general interests of mine) blinkies!

-some other misc stuff, and links to my strawpage and pronounspage

-a (barely hidden) uni pet easter egg! find her if you cannnn😛😛😛😛😛

I am open to suggestions of stuff to add to the website, and submissions of webgraphics to archive!!!

DISCLAIMER : Nekoweb sucks ASS at updating the website preview, so as soon as you enter the website, REFRESH THE PAGE!!! you have to do this for every tab (art, graphics... ESPECIALLY graphics) you click on, unfortunately :(

Also, the website is NOT mobile-friendly! please use desktop mode while using your phone sideways for a decent experience

☆Thank you for visiting!☆ミ．。．:*･ﾟ

[seneyhaa14]

📌 WEEK 4 POST: Tumblr Is Not Dead, It's Just Living Its Best Niche Life 🎨

Before you say anything, yes, Tumblr is still relevant. And yes, we studied it this week. And honestly? It makes total sense why.

Tumblr launched in 2007 as a microblogging platform with short posts, images, GIFs, videos, links, basically a creative diary that anyone could stumble onto. It sits somewhere between a personal blog and a social network, and that in-between space is exactly what makes it interesting.

Here's what sets Tumblr apart from every other platform:

✨ Reblogging — instead of just sharing, you reblog and add your own thoughts. Ideas travel across communities while crediting the original creator. Bussoletti (2022) found this is how Tumblr fandom communities stay connected globally even across language barriers.

🎭 Anonymity — no real name required. This one feature changes everything. People feel safer to express opinions, explore identity, and be weird without it following them on LinkedIn.

🏳️‍🌈 Identity exploration — Tumblr has historically been a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth, feminist communities, and marginalized groups to find community and information (Prins, 2025). It's not just content, it's belonging.

🎨 Creative culture — memes, fan art, personal essays, niche obsessions. Tumblr rewards authenticity and creativity over follower counts or viral metrics. Refreshing, honestly.

Academically, Tumblr matters because it shows us how platform design shapes community behavior. Its anonymity, reblogging system, and lack of a heavy-handed algorithm create a very different kind of digital public compared to TikTok or Instagram.

Basically, Tumblr is the introvert of social media platforms. Quietly doing its thing, deeply misunderstood, and more interesting than people give it credit for.

References

Bussoletti, A. (2022). "Tumblr is dominated by America": A study of linguistic and cultural differences in Tumblr transnational fandom. The Communication Review, 26(1), 24–41. https://doi.org/10.1080/10714421.2022.2126589 Prins, A. (2025). Book review: Briony Hannell, Feminist fandom: Media fandom, digital feminisms, and Tumblr. European Journal of Cultural Studies, 0(0).

[shinningassulthopper]

if Megaman had a movie franchise, Bass would be amazing.

in the game Bass has debuted he appeared like a harded warrior who looked down on megaman but was on the same side. I just felt like if he was ever in a movie that he would have to be different from Shadow. (they can be so a like istg ) and the only difference i could think of is that if he would be a manipulative gaslighter to bond with everyone and he would guilt trip megaman to trust him because "of course nobody would trust a Wily's robot." but only Protoman knows whats up so you got this twisted tango of lies,mistrust and sabotge because people don't trust protoman entirely either due to past expirience.

Bass developing this weird brotherly relationship Mega wanted with Protoman but never got it only to crush Mega right in the end as Bass's plans unfold in a way even Wily won't expect it.

[404daydreams]

What I recently learned as a designer on creating landing pages.

Crafting a compelling landing page is an art form that combines psychology, design, and strategic communication. Here's a breakdown to help you create a landing page that nurtures high-quality leads:

Headline: Start with a powerful headline that captures attention and clearly states the unique value proposition. Ask yourself, what's the main benefit of your offer?

Subheadline: Follow up with a subheadline that elaborates on the headline, offering a bit more detail about the benefits or features.

Visuals: Use high-quality images or videos that resonate with your target audience and showcase your offer. Visual storytelling can be a game-changer.

Copy: Write persuasive copy that speaks directly to the visitor's pain points, desires, and emotions. Use the 'Jobs to be Done' framework to focus on the outcomes your leads are seeking.

Social Proof: Include testimonials, case studies, or logos of well-known clients to build trust and credibility.

Lead Magnet: Offer a high-value lead magnet that's irresistible to your target audience. It should be something that solves a real problem or answers a burning question they have.

Form: Keep the form simple and only ask for the information you really need. The more fields there are, the less likely people will complete it.

Call-to-Action (CTA): Your CTA should be bold and clear, telling visitors exactly what they'll get by taking action. Use action-oriented language that creates a sense of urgency or benefit.

Mobile Optimization: Ensure your landing page looks great and functions flawlessly on mobile devices.

Loading Speed: Optimize for speed because if your page doesn’t load quickly, potential leads may bounce before they even see your content

“ Remember, the goal of your landing page is not just to attract leads, but to begin a relationship. You're setting the stage for further interaction, so every element should be designed with the user's journey in mind.”

[tomorrowusa]

Mastodon becomes nonprofit to make sure it’s never ruined by billionaire CEO

Mastodon shifts to nonprofit ownership, calls for $5M in donations to expand.

Microblogging platform Mastodon is taking steps to make sure it never falls into the hands of some MAGA billionaire like Zuck or Musk.

Founder Eugen Rochko is transferring ownership to a nonprofit entity based in Europe. It is already located in the EU where it is free of any political or legal pressure from a Trump administration. Becoming nonprofit is a poison pill to deter any broligarchs who bend the knee to MAGA.

Mastodon announced Monday that it's shifting its structure over the next six months to become wholly owned by a European nonprofit organization—"affirming the intent that Mastodon should not be owned or controlled by a single individual." This takes control of the social network away from its previous "ultimate decision-maker," Eugen Rochko. As founder, Rochko initially took the reins to ensure the decentralized platform would never be for sale and "would be free of the control of a single wealthy individual." His grand vision remains to leave Mastodon users in control of the social network, making their own decisions about what content is allowed or what appears in their timelines. The news comes after leaders of other social networks, like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, have sparked backlash over sudden changes to popular apps like Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter). For years, Musk has drawn criticism for changing Twitter's hate speech policies through his X rebranding. And more recently, Zuckerberg this month defended Meta's decision to relax hate speech policies (permitting women to be called "property" and gay people to be called "mentally ill") by calling bans on such speech "out of touch with mainstream discourse." Mastodon is hoping to provide an alternative social network for users who are potentially frustrated with their lack of control over their timelines and content on other networks.

Mastadon is part of the Fediverse – which takes a little getting used to. And while not small, it doesn't yet have the enormous volume of broligarch-owned social media; though Elon Musk's transformation of Twitter/X into a playground for Nazis and Trumpsters has sparked growth at Mastodon.

Mastodon appears to be betting that even more users will seek alternative social networks in the future as popular apps enact unpopular policies. The blog discussed progress on a "privacy-respecting search tool" that could be used to explore the entire Fediverse, a collection of independent social media networks that Mastodon connects to. That could make it possible to discover more content without depending on a "For You" algorithm mining user data. And perhaps in a nod to Meta's recent changes, Mastodon also vowed to "invest deeply in trust and safety" and ensure "everyone, especially marginalized communities," feels "safe" on the platform.

Dominic Preston at The Verge writes...

“When founder Eugen Rochko started working on Mastodon, his focus was on creating the code and conditions for the kind of social media he envisioned,” Mastodon says. “The legal setup was a means to an end, a quick fix to allow him to continue operations. From the start, he declared that Mastodon would not be for sale and would be free of the control of a single wealthy individual, and he could ensure that because he was the person in control, the only ultimate decision-maker.” In the short term, nothing should change for users. Mastodon will continue to host the mastodon.social and mastodon.online servers and support its federated network. Routine code development and bug fixes are ongoing, though the announcement adds that “changes are definitely in the pipeline.” “Our core mission remains the same: to create the tools and digital spaces where people can build authentic, constructive online communities free from ads, data exploitation, manipulative algorithms or corporate monopolies,” Mastodon says.

What's not to like about a platform for Twitter refugees which doesn't Zuck?