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  • How to spot crypto account impersonators on Threads

    How to spot crypto account impersonators on Threads

    Threads, which was just released by Meta and is thought to be a strong competitor to Elon Musk’s Twitter, is reportedly being taken over by several fake crypto accounts. 

    Some of the most well-known crypto users on Twitter have started to tell other crypto users on Threads about the rise of fake crypto accounts on the site.

    Threads is said to be a better option than Twitter, where people are getting more and more uncomfortable. 

    Since its launch on July 6, more than 98 million people have signed up for the website. Even though the new social media is still a long way from Twitter’s 450 million users, more people are likely to sign up in the coming days.

    Read also: All you need to know about Meta’s Threads app

    But in the last few days, the rise of fake crypto accounts on the site has become a growing worry for crypto fans.

    On July 8, Wombex Finance posted a picture of a Threads account that was pretending to be theirs. They warned users and other crypto fans that it could be a scammer’s trap because the project isn’t registered on the platform yet.

    Leonidas, who has a lot of power in the non fungible token (NFT) world, also tweeted a warning that was very similar to Wombex’s. Leonidas told its 93,000 followers that scammers are using the new site to pretend to be big NFT accounts. Leonidas said that it has finally made an account on Threads to stop these scammers from stealing money.

    Jeffrey Huang’s Twitter name is Machi Big Brother. On July 6, he tweeted a link to his Threads profile. One user pointed out that there was already an account on the site that used his Twitter name.

    Scammers in the crypto business have made the crisis worse. Beosin, a Web3 security company, says that phishing scams stole $108 million in crypto in the first half of this year. It looks like the fight against these crooks will go on. People who buy coins or support them can avoid these scams on Twitter and in threads by being careful.

    How to tell if a Threads account is fake

    It can be hard to spot fake crypto accounts on Threads. But if you’ve been using crypto for a long time and know how scammers work on social media sites, they shouldn’t be hard to spot. For people who don’t know much about crypto, here are some ways to spot fake accounts on Thread:

    Do a profile search: To find a fake crypto account on Threads, look for the subject on the platform. As usual, a number of accounts with user names that sound like the subject’s name will show up. Threads just started, so the profile with the most activity might not be the real one. The first scammer to make a profile there might have gotten a lot of fans. So instead, you go to the subject’s Twitter page and compare it to the most busy profile with a similar name. The first thing to look for is a possible mention of the person’s newly created Twitter profile. If you can’t find any references, you should stay away from the accounts until they make a public announcement on their Twitter page.

    Verify to See if There Are Spam Links or Fake Giveaways: If you receive frequent links from them, they are almost certainly fake accounts. What scammers do with fake accounts is try to get people to click on fraudulent links that can get their digital assets stolen easily. The other way is fake giveaway schemes which lure users to get entrapped in their malicious acts.

  • All you need to know about Meta’s Threads app

    All you need to know about Meta’s Threads app

    Meta‘s microblogging app, Threads, created an online buzz when it launched on Wednesday, 5th July, 2023.

    According to CEO Mark Zuckerberg, five million people joined Threads in the first four hours of its introduction. 

    Here is what you need to know about the Threads app and how to join in the fun and start threading.

    Read also: Twitter threatens legal action against Meta over its new App, Threads

    About Threads

    Threads is a text messaging program with a Twitter-like interface that allows users to post messages, reply to other users, and like or repost messages.

    Users of Meta’s photo-sharing program Instagram will be able to log in with the same handles on Threads and vice versa. The goal is to help people easily add followers.

    How Threads works

    Threads have features similar to Twitter, so if you are familiar with the latter app, it should be easy-peasy for you. 

    The app is available on iOS or Android apps, but there currently is no desktop version. You may sign up for Threads using your Instagram login, and as new accounts join from Instagram, Threads will automatically follow all of the profiles you already follow on the photo-sharing app.

    You are allowed to send posts with up to 500 characters, as well as pictures, animated gifs, and five-minute long movies. Its brief text-based content pieces likes, and reposts, just like Twitter, hence, you can not only like a thread but also quote it.

    With all the fun things you can do with threads, there is currently no method to direct message, other users. For some, this is probably a relief.

    Why users see threads of people non-followers

    One of the primary complaints about Threads in the hours following its launch is that users are seeing posts from both the accounts they follow and a variety of other accounts. 

    According to Meta, a combination of algorithmic recommendations and followed accounts are used. Currently, there is no way to view only the postings of the users you follow, and the firm has not said whether it would ever offer this choice.

    Privacy on Threads

    The Threads account, like Instagram, is by default private if you are under the age of 16.

    You can however, keep Instagram locked down and make Threads public if you want to keep it more private.

    You are free to decide who can respond to your posts on Threads and at what moment you can make them private.

    However, as regards having a “close friends” list on Threads, there are currently no plans for that. If you want a smaller audience, you can always set your profile to private so that only people you follow can see your threads.

    Username change

    You can currently only log into Meta using your Instagram account, and you can continue to use that username for Threads. For accounts that might have been concerned that someone might take their username, this is wonderful news.

    Finding followers on other social media platforms

    Not yet, but Meta wants the application to resemble rivals like Mastodon, be decentralized, and permit account transfers to other platforms.

    The business is trying to integrate ActivityPub with Threads so that users can move their accounts and follows to other ActivityPub-supported apps and allow social networks to communicate with one another.

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    Privacy on Threads

    The Threads account, like Instagram, is by default private if you are under the age of 16.

    You can however, keep Instagram locked down and make Threads public if you want to keep it more private. You are free to decide who can respond to your posts on Threads and at what moment you can make them private.

    However, as regards having a “close friends” list on Threads, there are currently no plans for that. If you want a smaller audience, you can always set your profile to private so that only people you follow can see your threads.

    Privacy advocates have expressed concern about Threads due to the volume of personal information it can gather, which includes health, financial, contacts, browsing and search history, location data, purchases, and “sensitive info,” as stated in its data privacy disclosure on the App Store.

    Rules on excesses

    Basically, it is what you would discover on Instagram. It will therefore be harsher than Twitter in regards to matters like nudity and enforce the hate speech content guidelines that Twitter has been lacking since Elon Musk took charge.

    Meanwhile, Meta has said it will not monetize Threads this year, but it has left the door open for advertisements in the future.

  • How to Sign Up and Start Using Threads

    How to Sign Up and Start Using Threads

    Here’s everything you’ll love to know about creating a Threads account and getting started on the Meta app!

    Threads, a messaging app from Meta, couldn’t have come out at a better time. Here’s how to sign up for and use Threads right now if you want to try out the social media service.

    Read also: Meta launches Threads beta for Android users

    How to Sign Up for Threads

    Meta’s Threads app is built on the Instagram network and works closely with it. Threads is not a stand-alone service like Twitter, so you will need an Instagram account to use it.

    Here’s how to sign up for Instagram and set up your page if you don’t have one already.

    Install Android or iOS Threads.

    After installing and opening the app, an Instagram login will be required. If the Threads login screen doesn’t show any Instagram accounts, connect to Instagram on your device and reopen the programme.

    After choosing an Instagram account, you’ll be prompted to customize your Threads profile. Your Instagram username is imported.

    Your Threads profile can have a bio, a unique link, or an import from Instagram.

    The privacy screen follows. You may enable or disable thread page visibility here. Instagram privacy may differ from Threads. To continue, select “Public profile” or “Private profile.”

    Follow your Instagram accounts on the next screen. Threads let you follow specific accounts or all of your Instagram followers.

    After this, your Threads account is ready. Click through the welcome page to access your Threads timeline. Now that you’re on Threads, how do you use the sleek new app?

    Twitter-like Threads. The unmistakable similarities have made some people on the platform joke about how Mark Zuckerberg simply copied and pasted the app. Twitter and Threads operate differently. Here’s how to post your first Threads message after signing up:

    How to Create a Post on Threads

    To create a Threads post, follow these steps:

    The thread creation screen is accessible from anywhere in the Threads app by tapping the Create icon in the centre bottom.

    Enter text. Tap Add to Thread to add a text block if your text doesn’t fit. Thread posts are 500 characters.

    Tap Anyone can reply. Use the bottom left corner of your thread creation screen to choose who can reply. You can restrict replies to followers, mentions, or everyone, the default.

    Post in the bottom-right corner to publish.

    How to Change Your Username and Profile Picture on Threads

    You can’t modify your Threads username or profile photo on the app. Alter your Instagram username or profile image to alter your Thread profile.

    Thread: Follow/Unfollow Instructions

    Threads may skew your timeline. It might feel like the same wine in a different bottle because the same Instagram users are assaulting you. You may have too many unfamiliar accounts. Follow the additional accounts you want on your timeline to fix this.

    To follow accounts on Threads:

    Tap the bottom search icon.

    Follow any of the accounts on the search page, or type the account name to search and follow it.

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    Twitter’s Real Competition: Threads

    While other apps have taken advantage of Elon Musk’s rocky stint as Twitter chief, few have received the financial backing and publicity that Meta has given Threads.

    It may be Twitter’s first true competitor in microblogging. How will Twitter compare? Time will tell.

  • Meta launches Threads beta for Android users

    Meta launches Threads beta for Android users

    Meta has recently announced the launch of the Threads beta program for Android. 

    Users will get early access to improvements, and problem fixes thanks to the beta programme, but there is an increased risk of an unstable build due to the program’s early stage.

    There is no waiting list for the Threads beta app, so interested users can just visit the Play Store and sign up. In spite of its limited features, end users may find it appealing because of the promise of early feature rollout.

    The beta programme invitation states that “certain data on your use of the app will be collected and shared with the developer to help improve the app.” There’s a disclaimer in the invite saying, “Testing versions may be unstable.”

    The lack of hashtags, direct messages, a full web version, a chronological feed, a “following” feed, and the ability to delete your profile without also wiping your Instagram account makes the programme enticing, but there don’t seem to be any beta builds of the Android app available just yet.

    Since launching on Wednesday, Threads has garnered 70 million users. 

    Read also: Twitter threatens legal action against Meta over its new App, Threads

    The following are steps to enrol on Threads beta

    Step 1: Head to Google Play Store

    Step 2: Search for ‘Threads’ in the search bar

    Step 3: Scroll to the bottom of the app page and tap on the ‘Join’ button in the ‘Join the beta’ section

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    Benefits that come with the Threads Beta program 

    Engaging in the Threads beta programme on the Google Play Store will provide Android users with early access to a variety of features currently in development. Take for example, the CEO of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, has responded to a question about the ‘Following’ tab by saying it is still in development and users may expect to see it soon. 

    Also, Threads, according to Mosseri, will soon have the ability to see the feed in chronological order. He announced the change in a post on Threads, writing, “If anyone was wondering, both Instagram and Facebook have chronological feeds options, so yes, we’re going to bring one to Threads too.” 

    Therefore, users can gain access to these functions by enrolling in the beta programme. This early access does have certain restrictions, though. There will be many bugs in the system that users introduce, which the company will fix before integrating the feature into the main app.

    Furthermore, Meta will collect user data, potentially more than the main app, in order to improve the features that it is testing. “Certain data on your use of the app will be collected and shared with the developer to help improve the app,” the beta programme invitation states.

    Threads are available on iOS and Android in 100 countries, though not in the EU, owing to data privacy regulations.

  • Twitter threatens legal action against Meta over its new App, Threads

    Twitter threatens legal action against Meta over its new App, Threads

    Less than 24 hours following the release of Meta’s Threads app, Twitter has, in fact, threatened legal action against the company, according to an initial report by Semafor. Meta is being accused by the Elon Musk-owned company it poached staff from Twitter to develop its new platform. 

    Elon’s attorney Alex Spiro submitted a cease-and-desist letter to Zuckerberg Thursday citing “systematic, willful and unlawful misappropriation” of Twitter’s trade secrets and IP, as well as scraping of Twitter’s data.

    Read also: Elon Musk sets new daily Twitter limits for users

    Trade secret information obtained by Meta from former Twitter workers who were recruited by the company is at the centre of the charges, but there are also suggestions that Meta may have violated Twitter’s Terms of Service by scraping Twitter’s data. Threads, a blogging platform with some similarities to Twitter, launched late yesterday and has already attracted over 70 million users, as revealed by Zuckerberg.

    Elon musk’s comment on twitter to a tweet by @TitterDaily confirmed this allegation.

    Spiro said in the letter that Semafor made public, “Twitter intends to strictly enforce its intellectual property rights and demands that Meta take immediate steps to stop using any Twitter trade secrets or other highly confidential information.” “Twitter reserves all rights, including, but not limited to, the right to seek both civil remedies and injunctive relief without further notice to prevent any further retention, disclosure, or use of its intellectual property by Meta.”

    Recently, Twitter has been faced with competition from other social media platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky. While Threads’ UI is very similar to that of the twitter service, the new Meta launched app does not support direct messaging or keyword searching at this time.

  • Meta announces Threads; new competitor to Twitter 

    Meta announces Threads; new competitor to Twitter 

    Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, has announced the availability of its new Threads App for pre-order on mobile app stores for both iPhone and Android operating systems. 

    This move by Meta is seen as a direct competition with Twitter, as Threads aims to provide a platform for text-based conversations, similar to Twitter’s microblogging format.

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    Description and Features of Threads

    Listed as “Threads, an Instagram app,” the program is expected to be released in the coming days. The Apple app store describes Threads as “Instagram’s text-based conversation app.” 

    According to the app’s description, Threads is a place where communities can gather and engage in discussions on various topics, ranging from current affairs to upcoming trends. 

    It promises to be a platform where users can connect with their favourite creators and like-minded individuals, fostering a loyal following and allowing users to share their ideas, opinions, and creativity with the world.

    Meta’s Challenge to Twitter

    Meta’s launch of Threads comes amidst a period of uncertainty at Twitter since Tesla owner Elon Musk assumed control in October. Musk has made significant changes to the company, including a restructuring process that involved mass layoffs and the implementation of a subscription paywall for certain features.

     This has led to speculation that Meta’s new social network could potentially pose a competitive threat to Twitter.

    In mid-March, Meta announced its plans to develop a new social network, signalling its intention to enter the space currently dominated by Twitter. In a statement sent to AFP, Meta expressed its vision for Threads, describing it as a “decentralized, independent social network for sharing written messages in real time.” This suggests that Threads aims to provide an alternative platform for users who prioritize real-time textual communication and interaction.

    Twitter’s Recent Controversy

    Recently, Twitter faced criticism when Elon Musk announced that the platform would limit the number of tweets users can read per day. The majority of users, who do not subscribe to any paid plans, would be limited to accessing only 1,000 tweets daily. Twitter justified this decision by stating that it aimed to restrict the use of its data by third-party entities, particularly those utilizing the information to train artificial intelligence models.

    With Meta’s Threads app set to challenge Twitter’s dominance, the social media landscape may witness intensified competition between these two platforms. As Threads promises a space for text-based conversations and the opportunity to connect with creators and like-minded individuals, it aims to cater to users who seek an alternative to Twitter’s format. As these developments unfold, the future of social media dynamics remains intriguing.

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    Anticipating the Success of the App

    Anticipating the success of a new app like Threads is challenging, as it depends on various factors such as user adoption, engagement, and market competition. However, we can consider a few aspects that might influence its potential success:

    User Base: Meta, as the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has a vast user base that it can leverage to promote and attract users to Threads. If Meta can effectively market the app to its existing user base and encourage them to explore and engage with Threads, it could gain significant initial traction.

    Differentiation: Threads offers a distinct proposition by focusing on text-based conversations and connecting users with their favorite creators. This unique selling point might appeal to individuals who prefer written communication and seek direct engagement with creators. If Threads can position itself as a compelling alternative to Twitter by emphasizing its features and benefits, it might attract users who are looking for a different social media experience.

    Competition: Threads will face competition from well-established platforms like Twitter, which already have a dedicated user base. Twitter’s user loyalty and brand recognition pose challenges for Threads to gain significant market share. However, if Threads can offer a more user-friendly interface, better privacy features, or other innovative functionalities that Twitter lacks, it could attract users who are dissatisfied with Twitter or looking for an alternative.

    App Store Presence: Being available on major mobile app stores like Apple’s App Store and Google Play Store provides Threads with visibility and accessibility. If Meta can optimize the app’s store listing, user reviews, and ratings, it can positively impact the app’s discoverability and user trust, potentially leading to increased downloads and usage.

    Continuous Development and Improvement: To ensure long-term success, Meta needs to actively listen to user feedback and make timely updates and improvements to Threads. Regular feature enhancements, bug fixes, and addressing user concerns can help maintain user satisfaction and retention.

    While it is challenging to predict the exact success of Threads, considering Meta’s resources, the unique features it offers, and effective marketing strategies, Threads has the potential to attract a significant user base and become a successful competitor to Twitter. However, success will depend on various factors, and Meta’s ability to address user needs, compete with existing platforms, and continually evolve the app will play a crucial role in determining the long-term viability of Threads.