Social media platforms have completely changed the way we communicate and connect with each other. Whether you want to chat with your friends, share your life updates, or check the news, you will probably use a social media platform. However, the centralized control of social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc., leads to data breaches, server outages, privacy violations, etc. Here is where decentralized social media platforms come into play. So, what are decentralized social networks? Decentralized social media is an emerging trend in the social media space that offers a more secure and private way to connect with others online. For one, decentralized social media platforms are not owned or controlled by a single entity. Instead, they are typically run by a decentralized network of users who all have a stake in the platform. This allows for a more democratic governance model and makes it much harder for a single entity to censor or control the platform. Another key...