Social Media

Steemit Bridges Blockchain and Social Media, But How Does It Work?
In this piece, CoinDesk explores Steemit, a social media blockchain that rewards users for creating and voting on content.

Is Blockchain the Key to User-Controlled Social Media?
Blockchain industry startups are attempting to capitalize on a growing disillusionment with traditional social media platforms.

Bitly Alternative Cred Rewards Social Sharers With Bitcoin
A new project is seeking to disrupt the URL management space with a Bitly alternative that rewards users with bitcoin.

Inside the Movement to Build a Bitcoin-Powered Reddit
CoinDesk previews developer Ryan X Charles' forthcoming decentralized Reddit project, now known as DATT.

Japan's Answer to Quora Announces Bitcoin Tipping Scheme
OKWave, Japan's answer to social network Quora, has announced plans to launch a bitcoin tipping scheme.

Review: Reveal App Channels SnapChat with a Crypto Edge
CoinDesk reviews Reveal, a new mobile social network with a built-in cryptocurrency that seeks to create an economy for attention.

Reveal Raises $1.5 Million for Crypto-Powered Social Network
Crypto-powered social network Reveal has announced $1.5m in funding from investors including Boost VC and Barry Silbert's Digital Currency Group.

Review: GetGems iOS App Glitters But It's Still Seeking Gold
GetGems' bitcoin-powered messaging service is a striking and entertaining app, even if its most useful features feel secondary in current form.

Dating Network Badoo Seeking to Expand Bitcoin Payments Globally
Badoo, a dating-focused social network with 200 million global users, is now accepting bitcoin in more than 20 countries.

Blockai Launches 'Netscape for Bitcoin' With Blockchain Browser
Blockai is seeking to make the blockchain more discoverable and shareable with the launch of its beta browser.

