Joe Basser

Co-Founder at Spark

Spark - Building a 'mainstream app' independent of Bluesky

Spark is a short-form video/photo app built on AT protocol. It's a 'mainstream app' that's independent of Bluesky. In this talk, Joe will share his journey of building Spark and his thoughts on the future of social media.

About Joe

Ex-professional rugby player turned tech entrepreneur leading Spark Social, the first independently-built video app on AT Protocol revolutionizing decentralized social media where users control their algorithms and take their data across platforms.

AHOY! European Social Web Day 2025

April 24, 2025
Hamburg

Join us for a day of collaboration, innovation, and community building around the open social web. Connect with pioneers like Joe Basser and help shape the future of decentralized social media.

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Venue

NewWork Harbour

Located in Hamburg's iconic HafenCity, the NewWork Harbour is home to the business & jobs network XING and offers a stunning waterfront location with modern facilities and a great ATmosphere. It's the perfect setting for the AHOY! European Social Web Day.

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  • Conference & Open Spaces

    A great place to meet and connect with other attendees. Room for 150 people, with a main area, a coworking area and break out rooms.

  • Waterfront Location

    Situated in Hamburg's innovative HafenCity district with stunning harbor views.

  • Excellent Accessibility

    Easily accessible by public transport and a short walk from Hamburg's city center.

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