Bluesky's Latest Update

Bluesky has announced an update to its video capabilities, increasing the upload limit to 3 minutes. This change provides video creators with more flexibility in their content and is expected to be well-received by fans of Flashes, a photo and video app built on Bluesky.

In addition to the video upload update, Bluesky has introduced new inbox management features. A 'requests' section has been added for incoming messages from users who are not known to the recipient, allowing for better organization and control over direct messages. Users can now also reject incoming chats, which should help reduce spam in their inboxes.

CEO Jay Graber at SXSW

Bluesky's CEO, Jay Graber, appeared onstage at SXSW, discussing the platform's decentralized social media approach. Graber emphasized that Bluesky's openness guarantees the ability to move to alternative applications if significant changes occur, making it 'billionaire-proof'. She also touched on the company's exploration of subscriptions and paid developer services as potential business models.

Graber mentioned that Bluesky is working on a framework for user consent regarding generative AI and data usage. The company is considering turning some features into a marketplace where transactions could generate revenue.