Twitter users looking to defect after Elon Musk deal have few options

Alternative social media platforms have been trending on Twitter since this morning when it was reported a deal was near, including newcomers CounterSocial and Truth Social. Even pioneering social networks like Tumblr and MySpace were floated as options to avoid a Musk-run social platform – though not very seriously.— AP

Elon Musk’s agreement to buy Twitter Inc is sending some users searching for alternative platforms – with mixed success.

Alternative social media platforms have been trending on Twitter since this morning when it was reported a deal was near, including newcomers CounterSocial and Truth Social. Even pioneering social networks like Tumblr and MySpace were floated as options to avoid a Musk-run social platform – though not very seriously.