socialmedia
For those of you who were/are following me on Pixelfed, I'd like to ask you nicely to please follow me over on Vernissage if at all possible.
I decided to leave Pixelfed several weeks ago and am now posting on Vernissage for the foreseeable future.
You can follow me via this link via your web browser:
https://vernissage.photos/@CliffWade
Or you can even follow the associated Mastodon account here:
#Photography #Photos #Vernissage #PhotoDump #Pictures #SocialMedia
🚀 New on #TheFutureIsFederated 👩🚀
#PeerTube: the Fediverse’s decentralized video platform (part 1: first impressions)
mentioning @Framasoft @peertube @fedihost @fedihost@video.fedihost.co @paige @veronicaexplains @ewen @docpop @hikingdude
P.S.: this is the 20th article for The Future is Federated 🤗
#tech #Fediverse #activism #BigTech #SocialMedia #FOSS #blog #ActivityPub #video
Hey folks, I'm adding this pinned post on advice from @FediTips
(whom I recommend you follow)
My interests are #HigherEd, #education in general, #SciFi, how people network through #SocialMedia (less the biz/marketing stuff, though I make exceptions).
I'm more active on Bluesky, tbh. I'm @ harmonygritz.bsky.social. You'll find my longtime "rainbow" profile image from Twitter/X there.
What is the difference between honest ignorance (which we all have on any number of topics, and if we're humble, we learn) and prideful ignorance ("I know everything already, shut up")?
This man
He came to the #Wisconsin state legislature to speak against #genderAffirmingCare. Instead, after listening to testimony, he apologized and said he learned a lot
😲
On #socialMedia we are drowning in #bigotry
But, sometimes, you can educate those who will listen
Here, people genuinely want to interact. On commercial social media, they’ve become mere spectators, passive to what bots and algorithms impose on them. But here, they come to talk, debate, and engage.
Here, we are human again, with other humans.
#Fediverse #SocialMedia #HumanConnection #DigitalFreedom #Community
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#AureFreePress #news #introduction #Politics #press #headline #socialmedia #Fediverse
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#GoToSocial empowers you to have your own home on the Fediverse - with unique controls
mentioning @shollyethan @ilja @gotosocial @gytisrepecka @Tusky @pinafore @phanpy @MonaApp @elk
and my GtS instance @elena
#tech #Fediverse #activism #BigTech #SocialMedia #FOSS #FLOSS #YunoHost #blog #TechEmpowerment #TechResistance
"The new feature would likely be an unwelcome one for users who would rather keep comments AI-free on Instagram, especially those who believe their friends deserve genuine comments as opposed to AI slop."
https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/21/meta-spotted-testing-ai-generated-comments-on-instagram/
#news #technology #TechNews #meta #instagram #SocialMedia #AI #slop
Uhhhhh so I just went on a really long rant on my blog about why I don't like Meta platforms. 😆
It's called "8 reasons why I think Meta platforms are pointless".
#Meta #SocialMedia #blog #writing
https://bookswithnoelle.wordpress.com/2025/06/27/8-reasons-why-meta-platforms-are-pointless-imho/
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Some people talk about minimizing social media time and the associated doomscrolling, but every day Mastodon reminds me of how many kind, caring people there are. And how many I'm privileged to know on here. (And how many have adorable cats. Or dogs. Or goats.) People who appreciate the beauty around us; people who want to save the environment; people who want a good life for everyone.
It lifts me up, even when the news is horrific. Thank you all.
Reminder: if you mainly post retro or nostalgia-based content, consider joining our #Mastodon server https://Retro-Gaiden.com. It’s tailored for retro enthusiasts & has a unique visual flair! Check it out 🕹️ 
#RetroGaming #Retro #SocialMedia #Nostalgia #80s #90s
For anyone who enjoys my photos that I post, or just photos in general, please consider dropping my Vernissage account a follow.
That's where I post daily pictures of various life things, including my cat Kumquat who happens to be very photogenic.
I also post sunrises, sunsets and food stuff. Who knows what else I might post along the way.
You can follow me via this link in your web browser:
https://vernissage.photos/@CliffWade
Or you can even follow the associated Mastodon account here:
#Photography #iPhonePhotography #iOSPhotography #Photos #Vernissage #PhotoDump #Pictures #SocialMedia
Fediverse is still the most lively social network I have ever used, since MySpace in 2003. It is better than Twitter or any commercial social media platform ever was. Absolutely love being here.
The most profound thing about it is the international coverage. After the first wave of enshittification in 2010, algorithms took over, and suddenly as a polyglot I was labeled as Finnish. No more visible international posts, people only saw the Finnish ones.
I've noticed the same effect in commercial AI. It ignores the fact that I use English online 99% of the time and still replies to me in Finnish despite all instructions. Algorithms and AI label you. They assign you a language, a status, a certain type of person. There's no changing that.
The Fediverse and Mastodon are delightfully mine, yours, and truly open source - respecting privacy. Nobody's machine can tell you, "You are this, and this is why we do that."
Fuck labelers and the fog machines. Let me be me. Here, on my own server, I can embrace my weirdness and post however I want, how often I want, whenever I want, in whatever language I choose - without constantly worrying about how my identity will be perceived by a machine.
🚨 Scam Alert: "Verify your Fedi account" Phishing Attempt 🚧
Attention everyone on Mastodon! There's a scam making the rounds where malicious actors impersonate moderators or admins. They send private messages or make posts that mimic notifications, claiming that your account needs verification. These messages often include a link for you to "complete the verification process."
⚠️ This is a Scam!
Your server admin will never ask you to click a link to verify your account.
No other admin from any other server will either, even if they appear to be part of the main Mastodon team.
If your account is suspended, you won't receive a message about it. Instead, you'll see a notification upon logging in that your account is temporarily suspended.
How to Identify the Scam:
Fake admin accounts often use names containing "moderator" or "admin," but this doesn't mean they are legitimate.
Legitimate admins or instance owners usually have a badge or marking on their profile indicating their role.
What to Do:
If you receive a message or post urging you to click a link to verify your account, report it immediately.
If you have any doubts about your account status, contact your server admin or moderation team directly.
To verify the authenticity of an admin or instance owner, visit the "About" page of your instance. This page typically lists contact information for the real team administering your instance.
Always be cautious when interacting with accounts claiming to be from Mastodon or your instance's admin team.
Important Reminder:
Mastodon does not perform age verification. If you receive a message or post claiming to be from Mastodon or your instance's admin team, always verify its authenticity before taking any action.
Reporting the Scam:
If you encounter this scam, report it to your instance's admin team and use relevant tags, such as #FediBlock, to help raise awareness.
Personal Note:
I'm not a cybersecurity expert, but I find this new scam in the Fediverse quite interesting. If you feel like sharing your experiences with me, I would appreciate it! I'm looking to collect cases and get a broader view of this phishing attack. Maybe I'll even try to write a report about it. Feel free to tag me in any relevant posts.
Let's stay vigilant and help each other stay safe online!
#Mastodon #Fediverse #ScamAlert #Phishing #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #FediBlock #StaySafe #TechCommunity #SocialMedia #ScamAwareness #SecurityTips #ReportScams #VerifyBeforeYouTrust
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The main content is a screenshot of a social media notification from #16453 ([@]Mastodon_Moderator) to a user. The notification is:
"[⚠️ Important Notice]
Your account has been temporarily suspended for identity verification.
We’re reaching out manually to guide you through the required steps.
⚡️ Deadline: 12 hours
⚡️ Action Required: Complete the verification via the link below.
Failure to do so will result in your account remaining locked until further review.
🔗 Verification Link: https://mstd.id-83636.world/239101758
Best regards,
Mastodon Support Team"](/proxy/post_attachment/126360/971abcde58.jpg "The image features a warning about a potential scam on the Mastodon platform. The background is yellow with black diagonal stripes, and a large yellow triangle with an exclamation mark is prominently displayed at the top, indicating a warning. The text \"SCAM ALERT\" is written in bold black letters at the top of the image.
The main content is a screenshot of a social media notification from #16453 ([@]Mastodon_Moderator) to a user. The notification is:
\"[⚠️ Important Notice]
Your account has been temporarily suspended for identity verification.
We’re reaching out manually to guide you through the required steps.
⚡️ Deadline: 12 hours
⚡️ Action Required: Complete the verification via the link below.
Failure to do so will result in your account remaining locked until further review.
🔗 Verification Link: https://mstd.id-83636.world/239101758
Best regards,
Mastodon Support Team\"")
So how does one become a political influencer anyway? I have a message I'd like to spread, so how do those Tate and Vaush guys do it? Did they just yell into the void until people started listening? Do I HAVE to hate women or want to be a horse? Do I need to just be born with money? Until I find answers I'm just gonna be a meme page to try and build up a following. Let me know da secrets tho
#politics #question #socialmedia #Influencer
New from Francesca D'Annunzio: Under Governor Greg Abbott's multi-billion dollar border security bonanza, Operation Lone Star, the Rio Grande no longer holds back law enforcement efforts. Today's digital border reaches across Texas and beyond. https://www.texasobserver.org/texas-dps-surveillance-arsenal-artificial-intelligence-lege/
This story is presented in partnership with the Pulitzer Center.
#surveillance #tech #SocialMedia #GregAbbott #police #border #privacy #security #USpol #politics #news
There are various badges available for display on Retro Gaiden profiles.
“Automated” - this is an automated account (self-explanatory)
“Founding Member” - Joined RG in 2024
“Supporter” - Become a Patreon, YouTube or Odysee member (monthly subscription)
“Donor” - Make a one-time donation of $10 or more
CUSTOM - Make a one-time donation of $50 or more
“Indie Developer” - If you’ve developed or are currently developing a game
#Mastodon #IndieDev #SocialMedia
After 13 yrs on Twitter, @bikemonterey stopped posting on that platform in Nov 2022.
We are also no longer posting on Meta platforms; we do have a @bikemonterey Instagram account, but it refers people to this Mastodon account.
Although we set up a @bikemonterey BlueSky acct, it likewise refers to this Mastodon acct.
When we did some updates today to Summer Bike Buzz https://bikemonterey.org/bike-buzz-summer-2025-news-from-bicycling-monterey.html, we pointed out what a chief information officer of a Monterey County transportation agency posted on Mastodon on July 6, 2025:
“Change isn’t easy. And transformational change requires perseverance and dedication. It doesn’t have to be fanatical. Honestly medium-level relentless will do.” https://mastodon.world/@NoRomBasic/114808599939418491
#SystemsChange #SocialMedia #Mastodon #democracy #PowerToThePeople
If you stop scrolling on your social media feed to complain to a random you do not follow about what they decided to post (fandoms, art, jokes, etc)...
That says something about you. And it's not good.
Noch auf der Suche nach #News und offiziellen Accounts von Medien hier auf #Mastodon und im #Fediverse?
Meine immer aktuelle Tabelle enthält jetzt nicht nur Accounts auf Mastodon und anderen Fediverse-Diensten, sondern auch welche auf #Flipboard, #Threads und #Bluesky – allesamt von hier abrufbar.
Insgesamt sind es jetzt 942.
➡️ https://fingolas.eu/fediverse/overview.html
(hinter dem "Custom Search Builder" links darüber gibt's eine mächtige Suche)