New social network alternative, Diaspora, is set to take over Facebook on September 15, 2010. Created by four 'anti-Facebook' New York University students who believe that Facebook has done more harm than good to users within the social media world, their goal was to design a site more privacy-aware, open-sourced, and ultimately more personally-controlled.
Raising approximately $200,000 from online users, the social media gurus are gung-ho about making the site more intuitive for its users to share information with others. However, it is still unclear as to what design of this social network alternative, Diaspora, will look like. Could Diaspora really be the next Facebook?
Social Network Alternatives
'Diaspora' Set to Take Over Facebook in September 2010
Trend Themes
1. Privacy-aware Social Networks - Creating social networks that prioritize user privacy and give users more control over their personal information.
2. Open-source Social Networks - Developing social networks that are built on open-source platforms, allowing for greater customization and collaboration.
3. User-controlled Social Networks - Designing social networks that empower users to have more control over their own data and the ability to personalize their online experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Social Media - The social media industry can explore new ways to prioritize user privacy and give users more control over their data.
2. Technology - The technology industry can contribute to the development of open-source social networking platforms that foster collaboration and customization.
3. User Experience Design - The user experience design industry can focus on creating interfaces and features that empower users to have more control over their online experiences and personal data.