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Let's see if Loops can fill the gap. Not sure if an open source alternative could generate enough hype to be viable - maybe if TikTok is banned in the US or something.
My problem with Loops is the same problem I have with Pixelfed. They are both only maintained by the same one guy. No team, no support besides him. Its only a matter of time before they are dead in the water due to burnout or shifting interest.
Apparently it's the same guy doing both from the headline. Didn't read the article to be honest.
Surely as it does have a user base somebody would take over in that case even as a fork for brand reasons or whatever.