The Social Media War has Begun: Twitter Vs. Threads
The Social Media War has Begun: Twitter Vs. Threads  
Podcast: Elon Musk Podcast
Published On: Wed Jul 12 2023
Description: Threads has exploded onto the global stage with a compelling narrative of adoption and engagement. Launched a mere five days ago, Threads has already attracted an astonishing 100 million users. This phenomenal accomplishment propels Threads into an elite bracket, far beyond ChatGPT, which took a full two months to amass a comparable user base. It's evident that Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has scored a significant victory with Threads, strategically launched amid a tumultuous period for Twitter. The success of Threads isn't merely a question of user numbers. The platform is experiencing a tremendous surge in user engagement. A flurry of posts on diverse topics suggests that lively conversation and interaction is at the heart of Threads' burgeoning user base. This activity defies initial expectations from industry insiders, who predicted a slowdown after the app crossed a monumental 10 million downloads within the first seven hours of its launch.