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A sad site: Russians create ‘Sadgram’ to express disappointment in Instagram ban

By Cami Mondeaux
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A sad site: Russians create ‘Sadgram’ to express disappointment in Instagram ban

Russian tech developers have double-tapped into their creativity to share their unfiltered opinions online.

Developers have created a melancholy alternative to Instagram after the platform’s ban in Russia, launching a new app solely dedicated to expressing sadness and disappointment. “Grustnogram,” or “Sadgram” in English, serves as a replacement for the popular U.S.-based social media site after Russia restricted access earlier in March.

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