Absolutely Quote by Jonathan Zittrain
“I think social networking is absolutely here to stay. Now, whether or not the label will Facebook forever, depends in part, I think, on whether Facebook wants to try to be less proprietary, be more central to the operation of defining and stewarding identity online.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Future of Identity, 2020
Social networking will remain, but its future depends on openness and central role in identity stewardship.
In simple terms: Social media stays, but must evolve.
Key Takeaway
Support open, identity‑focused platforms.
Themes
technology
privacy
identity
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
technological
speculative
When to use this quote
- online communities
- digital identity management
- policy debates
Key Concepts
network effects
platform governance
Questions to Reflect On
- Will users trust less proprietary platforms?
- How can identity be protected?
A Different Perspective
Balancing openness with security is challenging.
