Is BlueSky backed by Jack Dorsey?

As Twitter malcontents search for a new home, Bluesky has something to offer—including the backing of Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey. The latest buzzy social-media app is a chip off the old block Skip to Main Content Explore Our Brands WSJ Barron's MarketWatch IBD What Is Bluesky? The Jack Dorsey-Backed Twitter Alternative Explained Share Resize

What is the Bluesky project?

The Bluesky project was kicked off by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey in 2019, initially funded by the platform as a side-project to develop a decentralized social media standard. Dorsey said upon its launch that his goal was for Twitter to “ultimately be a client of this standard.”

Is Bluesky a Twitter alternative?

Bluesky is hardly the only platform vying to be a Twitter alternative. Competitors like Mastodon, Post News, and Artifact have all gained attention in the months following Musk’s takeover, but Bluesky has managed to set itself apart.

Who is BlueSky CEO Jay Graber?

Bluesky's chief executive, the role Dorsey once had at Twitter, is Jay Graber. Why do I need an invite to join? Bluesky isn't fully open for business yet, and only hit 100,000 users last month.