Bluesky, a social media platform, is reportedly working on a new blue check verification system that will decentralize the verification process, according to changes spotted in the app's public GitHub repository. The system, which may be announced as soon as Monday, will rely on multiple organizations to distribute blue checks, marking a significant departure from Twitter's approach.

The changes, discovered by reverse engineer alice.mosphere.at, suggest that Bluesky will not only verify notable accounts but also label certain organizations as "trusted verifiers," granting them the authority to directly issue blue checks themselves. This decentralized approach is a stark contrast to Twitter's (now X) system, which has been criticized for its centralization and recent changes.

Bluesky's CEO, Jay Graber, had previously hinted at exploring alternative verification methods, including a system where the company wouldn't be the sole verifier. The new system seems to be a step in that direction, allowing multiple organizations to participate in the verification process. This could lead to a more diverse range of verified users on the platform.

The GitHub repository changes also revealed that verified users will have a blue circle containing a white checkmark on their profiles, while trusted verifiers will have scalloped blue circles containing a white checkmark. Furthermore, an image spotted in the repository suggests that trusted news publishers, such as The New York Times, may soon have the ability to verify users in the blue check system.

By tapping on a user's blue check, other users will be able to see which organizations have granted verification, adding an extra layer of transparency to the system. This feature could help combat the issue of fake or bot accounts being verified, which has been a problem on other social media platforms.

In contrast, X (formerly Twitter) has faced criticism for its verification system, which was overhauled by Elon Musk to only verify users who pay a monthly subscription. Although Musk later walked back this decision, the platform has still allowed some bot accounts to be verified, diluting the value of a blue check on the platform.

Bluesky's approach to verification is a significant departure from X's, and its decentralized nature could lead to a more robust and trustworthy system. However, it remains to be seen how this approach will work in practice and whether it will be effective in maintaining the integrity of the platform.

Bluesky did not immediately respond to TechCrunch's request for comment on the new verification system. As the platform prepares to announce the changes, users and developers alike will be watching closely to see how this new system will shape the future of verification on social media.