Bluesky is getting ‘communities’

Bluesky will introduce "communities" functionality sometime this year, enabling users to create smaller, focused spaces for shared interests, as announced by head of product Alex Benzer. These communities will be built upon the AT Protocol, the decentralized infrastructure supporting Bluesky. Benzer stated that this feature aims to foster deeper engagement among users with common passions. The development signifies Bluesky's effort to enhance user interaction and content organization within its platform, moving beyond a traditional chronological feed. The AT Protocol's decentralized nature is expected to provide a robust foundation for these new community features, allowing for greater user control and data portability. This move aligns with broader trends in social media towards more niche and interest-based online gatherings.