Threads Takes On X With New Communities Feature Launch

Threads Takes On X With New Communities Feature Launch

Instagram’s Threads app is stepping up its game. Threads takes on X with new communities feature , giving its 400M+ monthly users fresh ways to connect. The update brings over 100 curated communities covering sports, K-pop, books, TV, and more—designed to keep people engaged in conversations that matter most. Image Credits:Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto / Getty Images What Are Threads Communities? Meta explains that these new communities are dedicated spaces where users can go beyond surface-level chatter. Once you join, the communities you’re part of will appear on your Threads profile, and each has a unique “Like” emoji that adds personality to discussions. This move positions Threads as more than just an X alternative. It’s aiming to build a platform where people feel at home in niche conversations, not just broad timelines. How Threads’ Communities Differ From X At first glance, Meta’s approach may look like a copy of X’s Communities—but the details set them apart. On X : Communities are user-creat…