Bluesky, a social networking startup, has decided to block access to its service in Mississippi rather than comply with a new age assurance law. The law requires age verification for all users, which Bluesky believes would create significant barriers to free speech and disproportionately harm smaller platforms. The company, a small team focused on decentralized social technology, expressed concerns about the technical changes and privacy implications this law would entail. As a result, Bluesky made the decision to prioritize user control and innovation by blocking access in Mississippi.
