Why is it so hard to leave Big Tech? In this short clip, Andy Piper from Mastodon shares a powerful reflection on human behavior and why the comfort of the familiar often keeps us from discovering better alternatives. "We forget that the tools we’re comfortable with now once felt unfamiliar too. Growth means discomfort first." Try something new. Change how you connect. From our full Wire Uncut conversation on Mastodon, digital sovereignty, and ethical tech.

"We're not here to sell your data. We're here to empower you." In this quick clip from Wire Uncut, Andy Piper, Head of Communications at Mastodon, shares the platform’s bold mission: to build an open, user-first, ad-free social experience - and why that matters more than ever today. Discover what makes Mastodon more than just a social network, it’s a movement.

What exactly is the Fediverse, and why is it becoming more relevant than ever? In this short clip from Wire Uncut, Andy Piper from breaks down what the Fediverse is, a network of decentralized, interoperable platforms, and why it’s a powerful alternative to today’s controlled internet. No tracking No ads Full user control Interoperability across apps like Mastodon, PeerTube, Pixelfed and more.

Welcome to another episode of Wire Uncut, your bi-weekly coffee break with the boldest voices in European tech. In this episode, we sit down with Andy Piper, Head of Communications at Mastodon, to talk about: The role of Mastodon and the Fediverse in Europe’s fight for digital sovereignty Whether you're curious about decentralized social media or exploring ethical alternatives to Big Tech, this conversation is for you.

Discover how Wire is transforming secure communication for enterprises and governments across Europe. Featured in Europe Connected, this video showcases how Wire enables secure collaboration, from board-level discussions to crisis communications, without compromising usability.