# Buzz (Block)

> Hive mind communication platform

Block's open-source platform for people and agents to communicate.

- Source: https://github.com/block/buzz
- License: Apache-2.0
- Language: Rust
- Stars: 35426
- Forks: 4665
- Contributors: 128
- Last commit: 2026-10-02
- Latest release: desktop-v0.5.26 (2026-09-29)
- Purpose: Communication
- Runs on: Desktop
- For: Personal, Enterprise

## Worth score: 82/100

How much DigGitHub recommends it, from activity, adoption, docs, license and security signals.

- Popularity: 23/25
- Momentum: 10/20
- Maintenance: 25/25
- Community: 12/15
- Readiness: 12/15

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Source page: https://diggithub.com/block/buzz
Updated: 2026-10-03