New Social Apps Challenge Big Tech Dominance

A wave of new social networking applications are emerging to offer alternatives to established giants like Meta and TikTok. These startups focus on creating more personal, interest-based, and community-driven experiences, often catering to younger demographics seeking to move away from traditional platforms. Apps like Retro emphasize private photo sharing, while Cosmos provides an AI-free space for creative inspiration and product discovery. Indigo unifies decentralized networks like Mastodon and Bluesky, and Corner offers a social layer over mapping. Divine revives the short-form video format of Vine, backed by Jack Dorsey's nonprofit.