Bluesky invites journalists for self-verification as Threads opts out of news push

As Meta-owned Threads chooses not to feature news on its platform, the Jack Dorsey-backed social media network Bluesky, boasting a user base of 1.5 million, has extended an invitation to journalists and news organisations to self-verify by setting their website as their username. Bluesky reported a rapid growth in its user base, encompassing individuals keen on following diverse topics like politics, sports, and entertainment. Recently, Bluesky secured $8 million in a seed funding round led by Neo, a community-driven firm, boasting partners like Ali Partovi and Suzanne Xie. Meanwhile, in a bid to enhance user experience, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced a new update for the Threads platform.