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2) Because it is a #PrivateInstance they do not have to perform the difficult job of vetting and monitoring users. This problem is left to public instances which have the resources to do the job.
3) Another #PrivateInstance benefit is that the #LocalTimeline (https://social.bbc/public/local) and #FederatedTimeline (https://social.bbc/public) become chronological content feeds under their control.
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4) Another benefit to the BBC of being a private instance is that they can apply style rules across all the accounts conforming to their general standards.
5) And, of course, a huge #PrivateInstance benefit is that it automatically verifies all content is from the BBC.
Congratulations to the BBC for a well thought out and beautifully executed entry into the Fediverse. Welcome!
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4) Another benefit to the BBC of being a private instance is that they can apply style rules across all the accounts conforming to their general standards.
5) And, of course, a huge #PrivateInstance benefit is that it automatically verifies all content is from the BBC.