Bluesky’s new AI tool Attie is already the most blocked account other than J. D. Vance - techcrunch.com
Bluesky's new AI tool Attie became the most-blocked account on the platform within days—revealing a sharp divide between AI adoption and user sentiment.
Why it matters
Bluesky shipped an AI-powered custom feed tool, but unprecedented user backlash (more blocks than major political accounts) signals potential resistance to AI integrations in social platforms. This tests whether users will accept AI features even on platforms positioned as alternatives to algorithmic feeds.
The key facts
9 to knowBluesky launched Attie, an AI tool for building custom feeds
Attie became the most-blocked account on Bluesky (aside from J.D. Vance)
User response described as 'overwhelming disgust' and 'revolt'
Published March 30, 2026
Attie blocks exceeded blocks on ICE and White House official accounts
Bluesky released Attie, an AI tool for building custom feeds
Attie became the most-blocked account on Bluesky (second only to J.D. Vance)
User response characterized as 'overwhelming disgust' and 'revolt'
Blocking rate exceeded that of ICE and White House accounts
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