Everyone's leaving X for another app (no, this isn't about Bluesky)

Mastodon is surging as X users jump ship, frustrated by changes like paid verification and content moderation. While Bluesky has been grabbing headlines for its rapid growth, Mastodon saw a 47% rise in iOS downloads and a 27% increase in sign-ups. Part of the 'fediverse'—a decentralized network of interconnected platforms—Mastodon offers an ad-free space. Founder Eugen Rochko believes "fediverse is the long game."