Threads Gradually Breaks Free from Instagram, Rolls Out New Custom Filters
You can now temporarily silence specific topics for up to 30 days
You can now temporarily silence specific topics for up to 30 days
Zuckerberg also noted that the app is seeing over 1 million new sign-ups daily
The scheduling option, set to undergo testing, will enable users to plan their posts in advance through a simple three-dot ...
This is the first time Meta has disclosed daily active user statistics for Threads
While its user base is smaller compared to Instagram Threads, which recently reported over 275 million monthly active users, Bluesky’s ...
According to company CFO Susan Li, the app is not expected to contribute significantly to Meta’s revenue in 2025, emphasising ...
Complaints from users regarding moderation have been increasing, with some frustrated over inconsistent enforcement and questionable content policies
This will help boost engagement on Threads, a platform that has been integrated with Instagram and Facebook since its launch
This change, first observed by users in domain-related forums, lists Meta’s Instagram as the new registrant of the site
…pointing to genuine engagement beyond mere profile creation
Seen directly above posts
This news comes just shy of the platform’s first anniversary
Previously, developers interested in building tools for Threads were limited
…Privacy Implications and Expert Insights
…Integrates with Fediverse, Launches Developer API

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