A new platform called diVine has been launched, reviving the concept of six-second videos that was popularized by Vine, a social media app that was discontinued in 2016. DiVine is backed by And Other Stuff, a nonprofit collective founded by Jack Dorsey, who also co-founded Twitter, the platform that originally acquired and shut down Vine. The new platform features a similar branding to Vine and will include a library of over 100,000 archived Vine videos.

According to diVine’s website, the platform aims to provide a space for users to share “raw, unfiltered creativity” in six-second loops, using decentralized technology that is “owned by no one, controlled by everyone.” This approach is distinct from other social media platforms, which often rely on algorithms to curate content. DiVine also promises to prevent the posting of AI-generated content, a feature that sets it apart from other platforms in an era where AI-generated content is becoming increasingly prevalent.

The launch of diVine comes at a time when short-form video content is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, thanks in part to the success of platforms