Bluesky Declares No AI Training on User Data

Bluesky, a rapidly growing social network, has announced that it will not utilize user content to train generative AI tools, a stance highlighted amid the implementation of new terms by competitor X (formerly Twitter) that permit the platform to analyze user posts for AI training. This announcement reflects concerns from artists and creators who fear their work may be exploited without compensation. Following the recent U.S. presidential election, Bluesky reported an influx of over 1 million new users in just 24 hours, raising its total user count to over 17 million. In contrast, X's updated terms grant it a license to analyze and utilize user-generated content for machine learning and AI purposes. Despite Bluesky's assurances, the platform's open nature raises questions about potential data scraping by third parties. The shift in user preference toward Bluesky is seen as a reaction to X's perceived rightward shift under Elon Musk's leadership, prompting many creatives to seek alternatives.