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Bluesky says it would block access to its service in the state of Mississippi, rather than comply with the new age verification law.
  • acargitz@lemmy.caEnglish
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    1 day ago

    I don’t understand. Does an instance hosted anywhere outside of this US backwater state have anything to fear from this? Why is Eugen being contacted all the way in Germany?

    • Rimu@piefed.socialEnglish
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      1 day ago

      They’re primarily in Germany but there is some US presence too. From the join Mastodon site:

      Mastodon, Inc. (EIN 92-3333630) is a 501©(3) non-profit entity in the United States that supports the growth and operational capabilities of Mastodon, including being able to receive tax-deductible U.S. donations and in-kind support.

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