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Why does Lemmy use "@" instead of ":" like Matrix does?
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this post was submitted on 05 May 2025
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The bigger question is why Matrix didn't follow the long established standard for this, which is using @.
But I guess it fits into the general pattern of: Monolithic, Awefully Trendy ReImplementation of XMPP (MATRIX).
P.S.: it's nice to be able to have your ActivityPub, XMPP and Email all on the same address ๐