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by david_draco 1255 days ago
> the idea that you'd leverage open protocols but try to police them like a walled garden feels backwards.

Just because it is technically possible, does not mean it is socially a good idea. Members and server owners should decide what can and cannot be done with their data. If you want a Mastodon server without limitations for experimentation, you can create one, and people can join if they consent.