Last mentioned: Mar 9, 2026
Leadership Transition
Jay Graber announces she is stepping down as CEO to become Chief Innovation Officer.
Leadership Shift
Jay Graber announces her transition to CIO; CEO search begins.
Public Launch
Bluesky removes its invite-only system, opening the platform to the general public.
Public Access
Bluesky removes the invite system, opening the platform to the general public.
Beta Launch
The Bluesky app launches in private beta, testing the AT Protocol.
Independence & Graber Appointment
Jay Graber is appointed to lead Bluesky as it becomes an independent Public Benefit Corporation.
Bluesky Independence
Bluesky spins out from Twitter as an independent Public Benefit LLC.
Project Inception
Jack Dorsey announces the Bluesky project within Twitter to develop an open social media standard.
Bluesky founder Jay Graber is transitioning from CEO to Chief Innovation Officer as the platform enters a new phase of scaling. The board has initiated a search for a new chief executive while industry veteran Toni Schneider steps in to support the transition.
Bluesky CEO Jay Graber is transitioning to the role of Chief Innovation Officer as the decentralized social network begins a search for a new chief executive. The move signals a shift from protocol development to operational scaling, with industry veteran Toni Schneider reportedly supporting the transition.