Many subreddits coming back online and daily posts/comments appear to be returning. It is a little disappointing to see how little of an effect this actually had. What are your thoughts?
I think the idea of federation (choose a server, subscribe etc.) is too much for the average user. A small bubble of tech enthusiasts and more tech-friendly people will stay and enjoy the niche place. Maybe that's for the best for now. But in the foreseeable future most of the users will stay on the big platforms...
Most people are afraid of changes in every aspect of life, so they stick to the known.