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Federation isn’t just a feature, it’s how we reject oppression by design.In the EU, Big Centralised Tech is facing fines for selling verification and hiding ads. At Mastodon, we’re building something different: a space where no one buys influence and there simply aren't any ads.Checks and balances are our foundation, and kindness is our compass. A better web is possible - and it's powered by the people. Donate #SupportMastodonhttps://joinmastodon.org/sponsors#donate

Today we are calling on institutions around the world to take control of their #DigitalSovereignty, including their social accounts. Governments should communicate directly with their citizens on open platforms, not through the mouthpiece of a corporation.https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2025/12/the-world-needs-social-sovereignty/