Close Friends is one of Instagram's most useful features. It lets you share updates among a trusted group that you would never share publicly. Why doesn't this exist more broadly across social networks?

We’re entering a new era of digital identity, when your network, reputation, and contributions can unlock real opportunities. But to get there, we need a better foundation: identity systems built on interoperable data.

Close Friends is one of Instagram's most useful features. It lets you share updates among a trusted group that you would never share publicly. Why doesn't this exist more broadly across social networks?

We’re entering a new era of digital identity, when your network, reputation, and contributions can unlock real opportunities. But to get there, we need a better foundation: identity systems built on interoperable data.