It took long enough, but Meta has finally admitted what Threads users have been saying from day one: the platform needs its own DM system.

Threads was a kind of extension of Instagram when it launched in 2023. However, over time, the reliance of Meta’s X rival platform on Instagram has waned.

Meta Platforms said it would start rolling out direct messaging on its Threads app, adding a feature long offered by rivals, in a bid to attract more users.

9to5Mac’s take Apple’s arrival on Threads may not signal a full-on platform shift just yet, but it does show the company is at least willing to play in the broader social network field.

Meta cracks down on nudify apps after being exposed The lawsuit comes one week after an investigation found hundreds of AI undressing apps advertised on Meta platforms.

Microsoft is launching Copilot Vision for Windows. It’s a new feature that lets you share your screen or apps to get AI-powered assistance.

The city responded to an increase in homeless deaths by intensifying encampment sweeps and adding emergency shelter at the expense of permanent housing. Experts say this has perpetuated the problem.

Following the rollout of direct messaging on Threads, many users have voiced strong opposition to DMs, arguing that it may lead to harassment.

Meta’s Threads launched a new feature intended to protect users from some top-secret information — movie and TV spoilers.