Who Killed The Internet? A Promising Alternative for Public Communication - The Fediverse

Explore the potential of the Fediverse as an alternative to traditional social media for public communication in this 47-minute conference talk from the 37C3 Sendezentrum. Delve into the challenges facing the modern internet and social media landscape, including misinformation and algorithm-driven content. Examine how the Fediverse could make official communication from public administrations more accessible, democratic, and trustworthy. Learn about the EU Voice and Video pilot project, which demonstrates open-source alternatives for EU institutions' social media outreach. Discuss key topics such as moderation, server performance, and governance in the context of self-hosting and decentralized platforms. Gain insights from digital activists, ActivityPub developers, and experts involved in pioneering Fediverse projects. Discover political, social, and technical strategies for promoting Fediverse adoption by governments and public institutions, ultimately exploring how to create a more open and democratic online communication landscape.