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Threads updates algorithm to prioritize posts from followed accounts

theverge.com — November 21, 2024 at 05:01 PM UTC

Threads is updating its algorithm to prioritize posts from accounts users follow. This change aims to reduce recommended content from unfamiliar accounts. Adam Mosseri, head of Threads, announced that the For You feed will now feature more relevant posts. However, users still cannot leave Threads in the Following feed. Creators may see a decrease in "unconnected reach" but an increase in "connected reach" as a result of this update.

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Threads tests new search features and AI summaries for trending topics (engadget.com)

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Threads tests AI summaries of trending topics to enhance user experience (techcrunch.com)

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Meta's Threads shifts focus to follower content in response to Bluesky's growth (fastcompany.com)

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Meta updates Threads with new search and trending features to enhance user experience (theverge.com)

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Threads updates ranking to prioritize followed accounts over recommendations (thewrap.com)

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Threads updates algorithm to prioritize posts from followed accounts (zdnet.com)

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Threads updates algorithm to prioritize followed accounts over recommendations (japanese.engadget.com)

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Threads launches custom feeds for topic-based content sharing (au.pcmag.com)

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Threads shifts focus to user followers to enhance engagement and address creator concerns (socialmediatoday.com)

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Threads updates algorithm to prioritize posts from followed accounts (theverge.com)

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Threads introduces custom feeds feature to enhance user experience (zdnet.com)

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Meta launches Custom Feeds feature in Threads app for global users (9to5mac.com)

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Meta rolls out custom feeds in Threads just days after testing begins (theverge.com)

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