Michael
@keancommander.bsky.social
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Imagine things being so bad that your best solution is to cut yourself off from Google Search traffic.
I don't think that people realise just how much of a bad actor Google has been, for year. No other company has damaged the web nearly as much. 🧵
www.adweek.com/media/publis...
I don't think that people realise just how much of a bad actor Google has been, for year. No other company has damaged the web nearly as much. 🧵
www.adweek.com/media/publis...
Publishers Are Preparing to Opt Out of Google Search
The nuclear option is gaining traction as web traffic collapses and Google refuses to negotiate with content creators
www.adweek.com
July 10, 2026 at 10:56 AM
Imagine things being so bad that your best solution is to cut yourself off from Google Search traffic.
I don't think that people realise just how much of a bad actor Google has been, for year. No other company has damaged the web nearly as much. 🧵
www.adweek.com/media/publis...
I don't think that people realise just how much of a bad actor Google has been, for year. No other company has damaged the web nearly as much. 🧵
www.adweek.com/media/publis...
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Absolutely timeless.
April 29, 2026 at 10:55 AM
Absolutely timeless.
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🚀 Can we build a #neutrino #laser or is it pure sci-fi?
The AMO #physics community is debating if #superradiant neutrino emission could emerge from #radioactive #ultracold atoms. I unpack idea, criticism, & what might still work 👇
🔗 medium.com/p/67de55763ac4
#Quantum #Research #Science #Medium
The AMO #physics community is debating if #superradiant neutrino emission could emerge from #radioactive #ultracold atoms. I unpack idea, criticism, & what might still work 👇
🔗 medium.com/p/67de55763ac4
#Quantum #Research #Science #Medium
Can We Build a Neutrino Laser?
The Physics World Is Fiercely Debating Whether This Idea Could Be More Than Sci-Fi
medium.com
February 2, 2026 at 5:24 PM
🚀 Can we build a #neutrino #laser or is it pure sci-fi?
The AMO #physics community is debating if #superradiant neutrino emission could emerge from #radioactive #ultracold atoms. I unpack idea, criticism, & what might still work 👇
🔗 medium.com/p/67de55763ac4
#Quantum #Research #Science #Medium
The AMO #physics community is debating if #superradiant neutrino emission could emerge from #radioactive #ultracold atoms. I unpack idea, criticism, & what might still work 👇
🔗 medium.com/p/67de55763ac4
#Quantum #Research #Science #Medium
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This one hits hard.
February 21, 2026 at 10:59 PM
This one hits hard.
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We’re ALL OUTRAGED!
January 25, 2026 at 4:16 AM
We’re ALL OUTRAGED!
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Bluesky has seen a 40% rise of app installs in the past few weeks, which is consistent with the increase in activity that is visible in other metrics
Via @sarahp.bsky.social
Via @sarahp.bsky.social
Bluesky rolls out cashtags and LIVE badges amid a boost in app installs | TechCrunch
Bluesky adds new features to its app amid a boost in installs due to the deepfake drama on X.
techcrunch.com
January 18, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Bluesky has seen a 40% rise of app installs in the past few weeks, which is consistent with the increase in activity that is visible in other metrics
Via @sarahp.bsky.social
Via @sarahp.bsky.social
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Bandcamp bans AI music
Bandcamp Bans AI Music
AI music has become a big problem on streaming services. Remember the Velvet Sundown, the AI-generated psych-rock band from last year with hundreds of thousands of Spotify streams? Remember bands gett...
stereogum.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:07 AM
Bandcamp bans AI music
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American Federation of Teachers is (finally!) dumping X, and moving to Bluesky. Good for them!
It's time to officially let X/Twitter go. That platform's decline from a vibrant public square to what is now a platform for hate & disinformation has been painful to experience. I’ve already in this great community & look forward to continuing our conversations.
www.reuters.com/business/med...
www.reuters.com/business/med...
US teachers union says it's leaving X over sexualized AI images of children
The American Federation of Teachers says it is leaving X, citing the social media site's creation and dissemination of "sickening" images of children in various states of undress.
www.reuters.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:27 AM
American Federation of Teachers is (finally!) dumping X, and moving to Bluesky. Good for them!
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By the state of my mentions, things are definitely starting to change on TikTok.
And so the takeover begins 👀
@skylight.social @dylan-page.bsky.social
#tiktoksale #tiktokban #news
And so the takeover begins 👀
@skylight.social @dylan-page.bsky.social
#tiktoksale #tiktokban #news
January 7, 2026 at 10:37 PM
By the state of my mentions, things are definitely starting to change on TikTok.
And so the takeover begins 👀
@skylight.social @dylan-page.bsky.social
#tiktoksale #tiktokban #news
And so the takeover begins 👀
@skylight.social @dylan-page.bsky.social
#tiktoksale #tiktokban #news
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Starting a series on Open Social!
Hoping to spotlight some of my favorite atproto projects :)
And your favorites too, so tag them in the comments!
There were a ton of logos in this video, so I've tagged everyone in the comments
#tiktoksale #opensocial #atproto
Hoping to spotlight some of my favorite atproto projects :)
And your favorites too, so tag them in the comments!
There were a ton of logos in this video, so I've tagged everyone in the comments
#tiktoksale #opensocial #atproto
January 13, 2026 at 12:55 AM
Starting a series on Open Social!
Hoping to spotlight some of my favorite atproto projects :)
And your favorites too, so tag them in the comments!
There were a ton of logos in this video, so I've tagged everyone in the comments
#tiktoksale #opensocial #atproto
Hoping to spotlight some of my favorite atproto projects :)
And your favorites too, so tag them in the comments!
There were a ton of logos in this video, so I've tagged everyone in the comments
#tiktoksale #opensocial #atproto
Happy new year from the Retreat. Bob Log III was the perfect end to a confusing year. Retreat we love you even if you all weirdly left for 20 minutes and didn’t give us a countdown.
January 12, 2026 at 10:16 AM
Happy new year from the Retreat. Bob Log III was the perfect end to a confusing year. Retreat we love you even if you all weirdly left for 20 minutes and didn’t give us a countdown.
Made some Mulberry jam with the little guy. This does not come close to representing how much mess there was
January 12, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Made some Mulberry jam with the little guy. This does not come close to representing how much mess there was
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52 women killed in domestic violence incidents in Australia in 2025.
33 Indigenous deaths in custody.
Without comparing tragedies, it speaks volumes that we haven't had the Coalition and their allies in the media, corporate Australia and the athletic community all calling for a royal commission.
33 Indigenous deaths in custody.
Without comparing tragedies, it speaks volumes that we haven't had the Coalition and their allies in the media, corporate Australia and the athletic community all calling for a royal commission.
January 4, 2026 at 9:58 AM
52 women killed in domestic violence incidents in Australia in 2025.
33 Indigenous deaths in custody.
Without comparing tragedies, it speaks volumes that we haven't had the Coalition and their allies in the media, corporate Australia and the athletic community all calling for a royal commission.
33 Indigenous deaths in custody.
Without comparing tragedies, it speaks volumes that we haven't had the Coalition and their allies in the media, corporate Australia and the athletic community all calling for a royal commission.
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Qobuz works well. So does Deezer, Tidal, YT Music, and Apple. They all suck to various degrees but there is life beyond Spotify. Most of these have free trials!
Spotify is now running ICE recruitment advertisements.
October 11, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Qobuz works well. So does Deezer, Tidal, YT Music, and Apple. They all suck to various degrees but there is life beyond Spotify. Most of these have free trials!
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Imagine if everyone just showed up dressed like ICE. “I’m ICE”. “No I’M ICE”. “Let’s see your face and identification”. “No, let’s see YOUR face and identification”. “…”. “…….” #ice
July 12, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Imagine if everyone just showed up dressed like ICE. “I’m ICE”. “No I’M ICE”. “Let’s see your face and identification”. “No, let’s see YOUR face and identification”. “…”. “…….” #ice
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The Labor government has abandoned International Law so it can continue to aid Israel’s genocide in secret while expressing mild concern in public #auspol #gaza
Australia is in breach of int'l law via its prolific aid to Israel to conduct genocide in Gaza (ICJ rulings). Important story by KellieTranter @declassifiedaus.bsky.social who got the export permits info
#auspol
michaelwest.com.au/smorgasbord-...
#auspol
michaelwest.com.au/smorgasbord-...
"Smorgasbord of thousands" - Australia's military aid to Israel revealed - Michael West
The Australian government denies exporting weapons used in the genocide in Gaza but it does supply thousands of weapons parts
michaelwest.com.au
April 21, 2025 at 5:26 AM
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April 9, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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@TRTWorldNow: Israeli occupation forces admit their soldiers killed 15 medics and emergency responders in Gaza last month after a video leak, saying the incident would be investigated https://t.co/QZwXuKIbDZ
April 6, 2025 at 5:01 AM
@TRTWorldNow: Israeli occupation forces admit their soldiers killed 15 medics and emergency responders in Gaza last month after a video leak, saying the incident would be investigated https://t.co/QZwXuKIbDZ