Why RSS Matters More Than Ever

In the early 2000s, RSS was the beating heart of the blogosphere and the independent web. With the rise of social media, it seemed to fade into the background. Platforms like Facebook and Twitter became the primary gates through which we accessed news and content. Convenience triumphed over control. But this convenience came at a price: filter bubbles, echo chambers, and a constant battle for our attention.

Today, in an era of information overload and mistrust in the major platforms, more and more people are rediscovering the value of RSS. It is a conscious step away from passive consumption towards active, self-determined information intake. With an RSS reader, you are the conductor of your own news orchestra. You choose the instruments (your sources) and enjoy the symphony (your feed) in the order and at the pace you determine.

RSS is more than just a technology; it's an attitude. It's the decision not to be patronized by algorithms. It's a commitment to a web based on diversity, independence, and the direct connection between author and reader. In a world that is becoming ever louder and more chaotic, RSS offers an oasis of calm and concentration. And that's why it is more important today than ever.