Mastodon Shifts to Non-profit Ownership, Embracing Decentralization
2025-01-14
Mastodon, the decentralized social media platform, announced a significant shift towards community ownership. Key assets, including the name and copyrights, are being transferred to a new European non-profit organization. Founder Eugen Rochko will step down as CEO to focus on product strategy. This move aims to solidify Mastodon's independence from single entities, ensuring its long-term sustainability and prioritizing community safety and growth. Future efforts will concentrate on enhancing user experience, bolstering privacy, and expanding the decentralized Fediverse network.
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