By Global Tech & Policy Desk Published: October 2026 Introduction: The Vanishing of an Offline Lifeline In a sweeping escalation of digital censorship, Bitchat—the decentralized, open-source messaging application championed by tech entrepreneur Jack Dorsey—has entirely vanished from both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store within India. The removal of the app marks a […]
Bluesky Applies for ‘.bsky’ Domain Suffix in Bold Push for Decentralized Identity and Open Web Independence
SAN FRANCISCO — In a move that could fundamentally reshape how users manage their digital identities, decentralized social media platform Bluesky has officially applied for its own top-level internet domain suffix: .bsky. The announcement, initially teased by CEO Toni Schneider on Monday via a platform post, outlines a long-term vision to streamline user handles while […]