cafeRU

CafeRU is a Russian microblogging platform that allows users to post short messages, known as "microblog entries" or "entries," to their own "blogs." The website was founded in 2005 by Nikita Usmanov and is currently owned by Digital Sky Technologies, a venture capital firm.

CafeRU is similar to other microblogging platforms, such as Twitter, but with some distinct features. The website allows users to post entries of up to 256 characters, as well as upload photos and videos. Users can also subscribe to other users' blogs and follow their updates.

CafeRU was launched during a period of increased popularity for microblogging platforms in Russia. The website quickly gained a significant following, with many users across the country using it to share their thoughts and engage with others. Some users also used the platform for celebrity news and updates.

However, in the early 2010s, CafeRU's popularity began to decline as other social media platforms, such as Instagram and Facebook, gained more widespread use. Today, CafeRU remains an active community, but with a relatively small following compared to its peak in the mid to late 2000s.

CafeRU has faced controversy in the past, particularly regarding its moderation policies and interactions with Russian authorities. In 2019, the platform attracted attention for temporarily shutting down the account of a prominent Russian opposition figure.