Bluesky faces user pressure to ban Jesse Singal over controversial views on transgender issues

Bluesky, now with 25 million users, is facing pressure to ban writer Jesse Singal due to his controversial views on transgender issues. Many users are concerned that his presence could harm the platform's reputation as a safe space. Singal, who joined Bluesky 12 days ago, has become the most blocked user. A petition to ban him has gained over 18,000 signatures, including support from singer Lizzo. Users have reported his account multiple times, leading to mixed moderation actions. The situation highlights Bluesky's ongoing challenges with content moderation. The platform previously faced backlash for not adequately addressing hate speech. New leadership is under scrutiny as users demand a clear stance on Singal's account.