"When I noticed this happening, I messaged the server’s admin. At the time, I was using the cutefunny.art homeserver. Here’s what he told me:

“I can understand how it feels a little intrusive, but it doesn’t invade on peoples privacy, private conversations stay private.”

what the fuck lol?

Pretty much yes. although I’ve seen the opposite usually from what OP is describing.

Really interesting! can’t wait to see how it progresses along.