Episode 19: Today's news in English will look at Instagram’s new app, Threads. Please find the full transcript here.
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In this episode, we’ll be discussing a new trend in the world of social media - the rise of a new app called 'Threads', and whether or not it could be the new Twitter. A full transcript of this podcast episode is available in the description.
The social media landscape is buzzing once again, as a new player, 'Threads', emerges onto the scene. Unlike the usual post-and-scroll format of other social media platforms, Threads focuses on fostering discussions across a vast range of topics. Users can actively participate in or simply observe these conversations, leading to a more engaged and meaningful social media experience. But how does this potentially threaten Twitter? Well, Twitter, known for its bite-sized posts and real-time updates, has always been a go-to platform for quick news and immediate reactions.
However, the depth of conversation and engagement on Twitter can sometimes be lacking. Threads, with its focus on more substantial, thread-based discussions, provides an alternative that some users might find more fulfilling. In addition, Threads seems to have identified a niche for users who prefer thoughtful discussions over quick-fire tweets. It's a different kind of social networking, one that could potentially attract a substantial user base from Twitter. If Threads continues its current growth trajectory, it could become a serious competitor for Twitter.
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