Threads: News

26 Apr 2024

Instagram

Threads's new feature lets you filter offensive words and emojis

Threads is set to improve user experience with the launch of an automatic filtering feature called 'Hidden Words.'

25 Apr 2024

X

Zuckerberg's Threads overtakes Musk's X in daily user count

Meta's communication platform, Threads, has overtaken Elon Musk's X, formerly known as Twitter, in daily active users (DAUs) within the United States.

19 Apr 2024

Apple

Apple removes WhatsApp, Threads from App Store in China

Apple has taken down WhatsApp and Threads, from its China-based App Store.

03 Apr 2024

Meta

US President Joe Biden joins fediverse via Instagram Threads

The President of the US, known on social media as @Potus, has broadened his digital presence by joining the fediverse through Instagram Threads.

21 Mar 2024

Meta

Threads introduces Tinder-like swipe gestures to train its content algorithm

Threads, a social media platform under Meta's umbrella, is trialing a novel feature called "Algo Tune."

20 Mar 2024

Mark Zuckerberg

Meta adds 'Trending Now' section to boost conversations on Threads

Meta is introducing the 'Trending Now' feature on Threads, offering users a snapshot of the most engaging conversations happening in real time.

09 Mar 2024

Instagram

Threads now lets users save drafts, take photos within app

Threads has introduced new features, including the ability to save drafts and take photos within the app.

05 Mar 2024

Facebook

Facebook, Instagram, and Threads face global outage

Meta's popular platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, are facing technical glitches, leaving many users unable to access their accounts.

02 Mar 2024

Meta

Meta begins testing Threads API with third-party developers

Meta has kicked off the testing phase for its Threads API, inviting a select group of third-party developers to participate, according to Meta engineer Jesse Chen.

11 Feb 2024

Meta

Instagram, Threads to soon limit political content recommendations

American technology conglomerate Meta has announced that Instagram and Threads will no longer suggest political content to users unless they specifically choose to see the same.

07 Feb 2024

Meta

Meta to label AI-generated images across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads

Meta is stepping up its game to help users spot AI-generated images on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.

07 Jan 2024

Instagram

Instagram boss apologizes for irrelevant, hateful recommendations on Threads

Over the last few weeks, Threads has flooded user feeds with low-quality recommendations, including irrelevant content, engagement baits, and even hate speech, particularly transphobic posts.

15 Dec 2023

Meta

Meta's Threads is heading to fediverse: What changes

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has shared that Threads is testing integration with ActivityPub, which would make posts accessible on Mastodon and other ActivityPub-supported platforms.

14 Dec 2023

Meta

Meta's Threads app now finally available in the EU

Meta's new social media platform, Threads, has finally reached the European Union, opening its doors to nearly 448 million users.

30 Nov 2023

Meta

Meta's Threads set to launch in EU next month

US tech giant Meta is gearing up to introduce Threads, its text-based social network, to the European Union (EU).

17 Nov 2023

Meta

You can now use Threads from your mobile web browser

Meta's Threads app is now accessible from mobile web browsers as well, broadening the platform's reach and providing a more adaptable experience for users.

16 Nov 2023

Meta

Threads is testing Twitter-inspired hashtags but without the hash

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has revealed that the Threads app is experimenting with a tagging feature similar to hashtags.

14 Nov 2023

Meta

Threads now lets you delete your account without losing Instagram

Meta has added a new feature in Threads, that lets users remove their Threads profile without having to leave Instagram.

13 Nov 2023

Meta

How to stop auto-sharing of Threads' posts to Instagram, Facebook

Meta has introduced a new option for Threads users to prevent their posts from being automatically shared on Instagram and Facebook.

27 Oct 2023

Meta

Threads adds polls and GIFs to compete with X

Meta is incorporating polls and GIFs into Threads, as the company persistently pursues X (previously known as Twitter).

13 Oct 2023

Meta

Threads introduces edit feature for all users at no cost

Meta is rolling out an edit button for Threads allowing users to tweak their posts within five minutes of publishing.

09 Oct 2023

Meta

Meta Threads to get 'Trending Topics' feature: How it'll work

Meta's microblogging platform, Threads, is rumored to be working on a new Trending Topics feature that will help users easily find the hottest discussions happening on the site, similar to X (formerly Twitter).

26 Sep 2023

Meta

Threads account deletion feature coming by December, says Meta

Meta, the parent company of Instagram, is planning to roll out a separate account deletion feature for its text-based social network, Threads, by December.

08 Sep 2023

Meta

Thread's keyword search expands to more countries, including India

Meta's social media app, Threads, has expanded its keyword search feature to more English and Spanish-speaking countries, including India, following successful tests in Australia and New Zealand.

28 Aug 2023

X

Bluesky's new 'Likes' tab makes revisiting favorite posts easy

Bluesky, an X rival, has rolled out a series of updates for its mobile apps and website, enhancing user experience and engagement.

22 Aug 2023

Meta

Threads web app brings the X rival to the desktop

Meta has finally launched its eagerly awaited Threads web app. Users can post, view their respective feeds, and engage with posts from their desktops.

21 Aug 2023

Meta

Meta's Threads to receive web version next week

Meta, the social media giant, is reportedly gearing up to launch a web version of its Threads app as early as next week, according to the Wall Street Journal.

18 Aug 2023

Instagram

Threads makes 'Following' feed more useful with repost feature

Threads, the Instagram-based microblogging platform, has introduced a new 'Reposts' tab on user profiles.

05 Aug 2023

Mark Zuckerberg

Threads to gain search feature and web-based version: Mark Zuckerberg

Meta's X-like app, Threads, is gearing up to introduce search and web functionality in the "next few weeks," as announced by CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

26 Jul 2023

Meta

How Meta's Threads has evolved since its debut

Earlier this month, Meta took its social media game up a notch with Threads, its X (formerly Twitter) rival. The microblogging site arrived with much fanfare.

18 Jul 2023

X

How Twitter is fending off competition from Threads

Twitter is battling Threads to keep its microblogging dominance intact. Ever since Threads's debut, Twitter has placed a lot of emphasis on keeping its users happy.

14 Jul 2023

Meta

Meta blocks EU users from accessing Threads via VPN

Meta's recently launched Threads has been a runaway success. Threads is available everywhere but in the EU region.

11 Jul 2023

X

Things you can do on Twitter but not on Threads

In the few days since its launch, Instagram's Threads has shown it can take on Twitter. The app has amassed over 100 million sign-ups in five days.

10 Jul 2023

Meta

Data privacy rules: Why Meta is struggling in Europe

Meta launched Threads last week. More than 100 million users have joined in less than five days.

07 Jul 2023

Adam Mosseri

Instagram head pushes back against Elon Musk's criticism of Threads

Instagram's Threads is on its second day. The app has enjoyed a stellar start, with over 50 million users onboarded on the first day itself.

07 Jul 2023

X

Twitter threatens to sue Meta over Threads app: Here's why

If there weren't enough reasons to look forward to a potential cage match between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, we have a new one.

06 Jul 2023

Instagram

Day 1 of Threads: How companies and people reacted

Threads—Instagram's Twitter challenger—is off to a flying start.

06 Jul 2023

Meta

Threads app privacy: What kind of personal data it collects

Meta's 'Threads' is here. The Twitter challenger has had a great opening day, with over 10 million people signing up within hours of launch.

06 Jul 2023

Meta

Meta Threads: How to download and set up your account  

Meta's much-awaited Threads app is now available globally, including in India. It is accessible to both Android and iOS users for free.

06 Jul 2023

Mark Zuckerberg

Threads v/s Twitter is cage match between Zuckerberg and Musk

After much anticipation, Meta has launched its Instagram-based microblogging app dubbed 'Threads.' The app is touted by many as a 'Twitter killer.'