dreaming of a better internet
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dreaming of a better internet
so @julesterpak articulated this on her tiktok (linked below)
Social media's positivity/toxicity is inherently about user intent. There's a huge difference between:
a) posting to get a reaction
b) archiving a memory that you're comfortable... See more
Nix đtwitter.comâThe internet, as we have known it, has evolved from a quaint, quirky place to a social utopia, and then to an algorithmic reality. In this reality, the primary task of these platforms is not about idealism or even entertainment â it is about extracting as much revenue as possible from human vanity, avarice, and narcissism.â
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slapping the table, easy way to put it about the current state of the internet
We want to create a space which is much more creatively charged. We want Tumblr to be like going to a music show or a museum. Youâre going to see some stuff that you havenât seen before, youâre going to discover new stuff, and youâre also going to leave creatively charged. Thatâs not a mindset which is as conducive to advertising, but I do think
... See moreMatt Mullenweg ⢠How to buy a social network, with Tumblr CEO Matt Mullenweg
Be part of a better internet
medium.com
As builders of a new digital society, we must be equipped with an even more inclusive and visionary concept of what "public" and "good" can mean.
Sam Hart ⢠Positive Sum Worlds: Remaking Public Goods
When analyzing the language sentiment from gaming subreddits vs. their no salt counterparts, itâs statistically clear: discussions within âLow Sodiumâ communities are in fact both more optimistic, less angry, and ultimately more enticing.
Substack ⢠The Rise of Low Sodium & Gentle Gaming
What I Want From The Internet - Christopher Butler âź
chrbutler.com
Larger, itâs a signal of whatâs desired all throughout culture today: like-minded communities, decreased hostility, and just some simple good vibes.