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  Instagram’s Chief, Adam Mosseri, has made it clear that their new app,   Threads , is not intended to compete with Twitter in terms of news and political discussions. Mosseri believes that the potential engagement and revenue generated by such topics would not outweigh the integrity and security risks they pose. While politics and hard news may appear on Threads, the platform will not actively encourage or prioritize such content. Meta, the parent company of Instagram, has been actively moving away from news and taking steps to reduce the visibility of multiple political posts in a row. In an interview with The Verge, Mosseri emphasized that Threads’ main goal is to create a less contentious and angry space for conversations on Instagram. The app aims to focus on vibrant communities centered around sports, music, fashion, beauty, and entertainment, rather than engaging in political discussions. This approach aligns with Meta’s broader efforts to distance itself from news and...

  Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is preparing to launch a new social networking platform called Threads, positioning it as an alternative to   Twitter . The app, led by Mark Zuckerberg, is set to debut on July 6, as indicated by its listing on the Apple App Store. Threads was initially discovered on the Google Play store in Europe before becoming available on the App Store. Meta aims to offer a more inclusive and well-managed platform in response to advertiser concerns about Twitter’s association with far-right figures. Threads combines elements from Instagram and Twitter, providing users with a space to engage in discussions on various topics and connect with favorite creators. The launch of Threads comes at a time when Twitter is facing challenges, including declining advertising revenue and user dissatisfaction due to restrictions on access. Elon Musk, who acquired Twitter for $44 billion, has made changes within the platform, such as appointing Linda Yaccarino as th...