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Threads by Meta: Zuckerberg’s Challenge to Overtake X, formerly known as Twitter!

J. A. Jackson Author
3 min readOct 22, 2023
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In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, competition is fierce, and innovation is key to staying ahead. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg understands this all too well, and his latest venture, Threads, is a testament to his commitment to reshaping the social media world. While Threads got off to a soaring start, it has faced some turbulence along the way. In this article, we’ll explore the rise of Threads, the challenges it’s encountered, and whether it stands a chance of unseating X, the microblogging giant formerly known as Twitter.

Threads: A Promising Debut

When Threads emerged on the social media scene, it did so with a bang. Within a matter of weeks, the platform garnered an astonishing 100 million sign-ups, setting a new record for consumer software products. The excitement around Threads was palpable, and it seemed like Zuckerberg’s vision of a text-based conversation app was gaining rapid traction.

The Initial Hurdles:

Despite the spectacular start, Threads soon encountered obstacles on its path to success. Its engagement levels appeared to plateau after the initial surge of sign-ups, leaving many to wonder whether it could maintain the momentum. Zuckerberg acknowledged these challenges during Meta’s earnings call, where he…

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J. A. Jackson Author
J. A. Jackson Author

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