Bluesky, the social platform aiming to rival leading platforms, has unveiled its 2026 roadmap focused on enhancing the ‘live’ feel of the app. Product head Alex Benzer shared that Bluesky intends to introduce more interactive and timely features during live events, aiming to create a more engaging user experience. Benzer emphasized the goal of making feeds feel less like passive scrolling and more like active participation.
Bluesky’s upcoming developments include improvements in posting, follow suggestions, drafts support, longer videos, faster video uploads, and enhanced user discovery through topic tags. The platform acknowledges the importance of strengthening fundamental features to retain users and is assembling a dedicated team to manage the Discover feed.
Despite having 1.5 million daily active users, Bluesky faces a significant gap compared to leading platforms. By focusing on enhancing experiences during ‘live moments,’ Bluesky aims to attract former users nostalgic for the platform’s earlier days. Benzer expressed the need for more enjoyable and meaningful interactions online, positioning Bluesky as a platform that offers both.
Source: The Verge