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Bluesky's AI Assistant 'Attie' Evolves with New Research Capabilities

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Bluesky, a company known for its social network platform, is expanding the capabilities of its AI assistant, Attie, to become a comprehensive research tool. A new feature called Quests allows users to extract and analyze information from the broader Bluesky network, also known as the Atmosphere. This development is an attempt to capitalize on Bluesky's existing user base, which has seen slow growth, only increasing to 45.6 million registered users recently.

  • Quests Feature:

    • Users can ask open-ended questions.
    • Pulls data on trending topics and influential accounts.
    • Aims to help users navigate misinformation and noise on the web.

  • Growth Strategy:

    • Bluesky was aiming to grow and potentially monetize its services following a user growth stagnation.
    • Attie is currently free, but there are considerations for future monetization.

  • Leadership and Funding:

    • Jay Graber, Bluesky's former CEO, has been replaced by Toni Schneider, the ex-CEO of Automattic.
    • Raised $100 million in funding to explore AI applications and premium services.

  • Challenges and Community Reaction:

    • Balancing economic, political, and environmental concerns around AI usage with the need for revenue generation.

  • Future Plans:

    • Promises of additional accessibility features and a new logo for Attie.
    • The feature is in beta, with users being invited from a waitlist.