Jack Dorsey, the co-founder and former CEO of Twitter, has left the board of Bluesky, a decentralized social media network he helped create, fund, and promote. Dorsey had been on Bluesky’s board since it separated from Twitter in 2019 and became its own platform in 2022. However, he recently responded with a simple “no” when asked if he was still on the board.
Bluesky released an official statement on their website expressing gratitude to Dorsey for his funding and contributions. They mentioned their search for a new board member who aligns with their dedication to building a social network that prioritizes user control.
Dorsey’s social media activity also drew attention as he unfollowed over 2,000 accounts and made comments regarding government surveillance. Currently, he follows just three accounts on X: Elon Musk, Edward Snowden, and Stella Assange. This public support for X contrasts with Dorsey’s past criticism of Elon Musk’s leadership.
Apart from his involvement in X and Bluesky, Dorsey founded the fintech company Block, which is under investigation by the Department of Justice due to allegations of compliance issues. Despite this, Dorsey dismissed the news report during Block’s recent earnings call, indicating ongoing business activities.