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Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and TikTok are in the doghouse, and Hyves is cleverly capitalizing on it

The former social network Hyves is making a comeback to offer users a nostalgic alternative to major platforms like Facebook and TikTok. The company aims to attract users by emphasizing that their data remains secure and managed within Europe.

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