Pawlicker 🔧 on Nostr: nprofile1q…ggxtz I'm sure the e621 thing had more to do with payment processors ...
nprofile1qy2hwumn8ghj7un9d3shjtnddaehgu3wwp6kyqpqenzazs0wcxxkgs32q0ztxqc2k2w2ld396ltqnz2eeg73sxd6rsfqxggxtz (nprofile…gxtz) I'm sure the e621 thing had more to do with payment processors given their hosting situation revolves around having ties to Bad Dragon.
Aethy on the other hand is a reminder of one of the greatest flaws of many groups that aren't mainstream online: they will fold under the slightest pressure that in this case is literally a fear. Especially when it comes to people who shouldn't be in charge of these sites being in charge.
It's why I don't feel any new art site would work out not being federated given how often owners of these sites will fold for any reason. Be it cohost's death or art sites removing stuff.
Aethy on the other hand is a reminder of one of the greatest flaws of many groups that aren't mainstream online: they will fold under the slightest pressure that in this case is literally a fear. Especially when it comes to people who shouldn't be in charge of these sites being in charge.
It's why I don't feel any new art site would work out not being federated given how often owners of these sites will fold for any reason. Be it cohost's death or art sites removing stuff.