Elon Musk’s X rival Bluesky gets 2.5 million new customers as millions of users ‘dump’ the platform after Donald Trump victory

Bluesky, a social media platform, is experiencing an unprecedented surge in users as dissatisfaction with Elon Musk’s platform, X (formerly Twitter), escalates following Donald Trump’s election as U.S. President. The platform has reportedly gained 2.5 million new users in just the past week, bringing its total user base to over 16 million, according to Reuters. This spike coincides with concerns over X’s upcoming terms of service changes, which critics argue could hinder legal accountability and amplify controversial content. Amidst shifting preferences, Bluesky is emerging as a significant alternative for individuals and organisations seeking a new digital space.